Landscape Installation Supervisor

Planted Earth Landscaping, Inc. is a unique Residential Landscape Contracting and Maintenance company who works with the regions most talented Landscape Architects installing and maintaining some of the premier landscapes in Maryland, Virginia, & Washington D.C. Planted Earth Landscaping has a vision of "Doing things better" . This vision includes better customer service, better plant material, better landscape industry partners and most importantly better client relationships. 

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a role as a Landscape Installation Supervisor . You will be responsible for managing a crew of technicians installing landscaping at high-end residential properties. You will be utilizing your knowledge and skills in sound horticultural practices, grading and drainage, hardscape construction, and coordination with subcontractors. The clientele you will be working with are passionate about their gardens with a focus on service and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• 5+ years of field experience in landscape installation or related field
• 2+ years of Supervisory experience in landscape installation or related field
• Landscape Industry Certified Technician, Certified Professional Horticulturist, and/or Post graduate accreditation in horticulture related field
• Ability to read and implement landscape plans
• Knowledge of general landscape installation practices of planting, grading, drainage.
• Communicating effectively with your crew, project manager, architects, owners, and other contractors.
• Organization is a must and reporting of logistics on a daily basis.
• Experience in use of field related equipment including skid steer, rototiller, sodcutter, laser level, small engine equipment and electrical equipment.
• Understanding of field related Spanish
• Current DOT medical certification
• On-site point of contact for Owner, Account Manager, Subcontractors, and Vendors
• Training and development of subordinates on best practices and company standards

Requirements:

• Minimum: Previous landscape experience and/or willingness to learn and perform tasks of the landscape trade in a fast-paced environment
• Highly motivated individual, detail oriented
• Verbal communication skills in the English language
• Be available for seasonal long hours and weekends as necessary
• Punctual and dependable
• Able to work effectively with individuals of differing knowledge and backgrounds
• Able to work outside in a rigorous environment, lift 50lbs on a regular basis, perform repeated bending and lifting activities throughout the workday
• Preferred:
  • High school diploma and/or 2+ years of field experience
  • Driver’s license, with a clean driving record
  • Knowledge of plant materials and horticultural practices

Benefits Include:

• Paid holidays
• Vacation days
• Bonus incentives
• Medical insurance
• 401K after 1 year of employment