Irrigation Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring for Irrigation Manager in our company. You must be a licensed irrigator.

Clients First Landscape Solutions is a leading irrigation solutions provider in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is seeking an Irrigation Manager to oversee the installation and maintenance of advanced irrigation systems. The role requires in-depth knowledge of irrigation practices, project management experience, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets and client relationships, ensuring optimal system performance, and adhering to compliance standards. This full-time position offers an opportunity to drive environmental impact through innovative water management strategies. Please read the entire responsibilities and qualifications requirements.

ROLE + RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and manage irrigation projects to ensure exceptional outcomes and profitability
• Foster clear and effective communication among team members and clients to deliver superior service
• Uphold budget objectives, ensuring timely billing and successful proposal completions
• Recruit, train, and mentor team members, overseeing their performance and ensuring adherence to safety protocols
• Monitor accounts receivables consistently to maintain a healthy financial status
• Manage all irrigation team members including techs, installers and field crews.
• Construction division as builts, close outs and system design
• Manage system audits, backflow coordination, seasonal adjustments, repairs
• Work with maintenance team on properties and address client issues
• Repair quoting and estimate work up
• Scheduling and routing of crews within maintenance and construction divisions.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, anticipating and addressing their needs proactively
• Work with construction estimating on front end system design and cost savings for large installations.
• Maintain accurate administrative records, fostering smooth communication across all teams
• Develop and implement effective irrigation strategies to optimize water usage and promote sustainable practices
• Oversee regular inspections of irrigation systems to ensure their efficient operation and identify potential issues or malfunctions
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source high-quality irrigation equipment and materials, negotiating favorable terms and maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Stay updated on industry trends and technological advancements in irrigation systems, recommending innovative solutions for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Monitor and evaluate project progress, addressing any deviations from the plan and implementing corrective measures as needed
• Collaborate with the leadership team to develop comprehensive irrigation project proposals, providing accurate cost estimations and timelines
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance, ensuring that all team members adhere to established safety protocols and regulations at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in irrigation management or a related field is required
• While a degree is impressive, we recognize that what’s on paper doesn’t define you
• Service-oriented mindset—you love solving people’s problems and are the first to raise your hand to help
• Efficient watering controller programming and management
• Familiarity with pump stations, smart controllers, and 2 wire
• Irrigation design (flow rate and pressure)
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage and to set and achieve goals
• A team player who can interact effectively with people from a cross-section of people from different backgrounds and at all levels of a company
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities with a client-centric mindset
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships at all levels of an organization
• Understanding of financial statements
• Experience with multi million dollar system installations for commercial developments.

Benefits, health insurance, company truck, company phone - This in office - full time work schedule 7am -4 pm minimum hours. Some saturdays depending on work volume.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Irrigation: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Irrigator License (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person