Project Manager, Landscape Installation

Sunrise Landscape•Tampa, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Sunrise Landscape is seeking a high-performing Project Manager with proven experience in landscape installation to lead complex, fast-paced projects from pre-construction through completion. This is a business-critical role focused on landscape construction and installation projects, not general construction, IT, software, or technical project management. The role requires a hands-on, field-connected approach and a deep understanding of the unique operational, material, and execution demands of landscape projects. The Project Manager will own project profitability and performance, act as the primary client contact for home builders and general contractors, partner directly with field leadership to drive execution, and influence outcomes and quality.

Requirements

5+ years of Project Management experience with at least 1-2 years specifically in professional landscape (REQUIRED)
Strong knowledge of landscape construction methods, materials, irrigation, and scheduling
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and timelines simultaneously
Experience owning job costing, purchasing, and profitability tracking
Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
Proficiency in tools such as Aspire, Procore, or similar systems

Responsibilities

Lead projects from handoff through closeout with full accountability for schedule, cost, and quality.
Identify risks early (materials, permits, timelines) and drive solutions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, responsiveness, and satisfaction throughout the project.
Build client relationships and identify opportunities to sell additional change orders.
Partner with field supervisors and crews to verify site readiness, design compliance, and installation quality.
Review sod purchase orders for price and quantity accuracy, ensuring margin integrity.
Develop and maintain a weekly profitability tracker, reviewing key metrics such as materials, labor, and margin.
Run job costing on every project, aligning expenses and billing to ensure job is run on time and under budget.
Maintain a weekly profitability tracker and take action to stay on budget.
Identify and capture change order opportunities.
Deliver proactive communication and build long-term relationships.
Work closely with field supervisors and crews to ensure execution aligns with design and expectations.
Lead weekly operations meetings and drive accountability across teams.
Ensure quality and closeout excellence by conducting final walkthroughs with clients and confirming punch list completion.
Verify whether any claims are warranty-related and coordinate timely resolution.
Submit project closeout documentation, including invoices, warranties, and service transition details.
Collaborate with Project Coordinators and service teams to ensure accurate handoff for warranty and maintenance.