Senior Vice President Maintenance

Mariani Landscape•Lake Bluff, IL

2d•$140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Mariani Landscape is hiring a Senior Vice President of Maintenance. The Senior Vice President of Maintenance is a key executive responsible for leading Mariani Landscape’s entire maintenance division. This role focuses exclusively on the company’s operations, ensuring service excellence, profitability, and client satisfaction across all maintenance services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
10+ years of leadership experience in high-end residential/commercial landscape maintenance.
Proven success in P&L management and operational leadership.
Strong client-facing skills and ability to manage complex service delivery.
Expertise in horticulture, maintenance processes, and safety standards.
Proficiency with maintenance management systems (e.g., Aspire) and business analytics tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the maintenance division’s strategic plan aligned with Mariani’s overall business objectives.
Drive operational efficiency, quality standards, and innovation in maintenance services.
Oversee division-wide budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of maintenance services for all Mariani clients.
Implement best practices for scheduling, resource allocation, fleet/equipment management, and safety compliance.
Monitor KPIs for productivity, quality, and client satisfaction; lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead and mentor maintenance leadership team, including Directors, Account Managers, and Crew Leaders.
Build a culture of accountability, training, and professional growth.
Support succession planning and talent development within the division.
Serve as executive liaison for key clients, ensuring exceptional service and long-term relationships.
Oversee quality audits and implement corrective actions to maintain Mariani’s premium standards.
Manage budgets and labor planning.
Identify opportunities for growth through upselling, service enhancements, and client retention strategies.