Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Operations for a Fast-Growing Commercial Landscape Company

Are you a hands-on landscape leader who thrives on developing teams, delivering exceptional quality, and keeping operations running efficiently? Our client, a rapidly growing commercial landscape maintenance company serving Sarasota Florida, is seeking an experienced Landscape Production Manager to oversee daily field operations and ensure best-in-class service for HOA, multifamily, commercial, municipal, and institutional properties.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated operations professional who enjoys leading crews, building strong client relationships, and making a measurable impact in a high-growth environment. Typical responsibilities for similar roles include supervising maintenance crews, coordinating schedules, ensuring quality standards, and partnering with account managers to exceed client expectations.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee multiple landscape maintenance crews and field supervisors.
  
• Manage daily scheduling, routing, staffing, and production priorities to maximize efficiency.
  
• Conduct routine property inspections to ensure work meets company quality standards.
  
• Coach, mentor, and develop crew leaders and employees through regular feedback and training.
  
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and OSHA guidelines.
  
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and plant materials to meet service commitments.
  
• Partner with Account Managers to address client requests proactively and identify enhancement opportunities.
  
• Monitor labor hours, production metrics, and job profitability while controlling costs.
  
• Perform quality assurance visits and quickly resolve service issues.
  
• Oversee equipment utilization and maintenance to minimize downtime.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  

• 5+ years of commercial landscape maintenance experience.
  
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing crews, foremen, or operations.
  
• Landscape maintenance best practices
  
• Turf management
  
• Shrub and tree care
  
• Fertilization and pruning
  
• Proven ability to lead multiple crews across numerous properties simultaneously.
  
• Experience managing labor productivity and operational budgets.
  
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  
• Ability to work outdoors in South Florida conditions and occasionally outside normal business hours.
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience with commercial properties such as HOAs, office parks, municipalities, industrial facilities, or retail centers.
  
• Familiarity with landscape management software or CRMs like Aspire.
  
• Horticulture certifications, pesticide licenses, or industry credentials are a plus.
  
• Experience leading rapid-growth operations and implementing process improvements.
  
• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.
  

Why Join?

• Join a fast-growing and financially stable organization with significant career advancement opportunities.
  
• Work alongside an experienced leadership team committed to operational excellence.
  
• Make a direct impact on customer satisfaction and company growth.
  
• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
  
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (where applicable).
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a proactive leader who doesn't wait for problems to arise—you anticipate them. You hold yourself and your team accountable, communicate effectively with clients and employees, and take pride in delivering exceptional landscapes every day. You understand that great operations are built through planning, coaching, and attention to detail.

If you're ready to lead high-performing teams and help drive the next phase of growth for a High Tech driven commercial landscape company in Sarasota, Florida, we'd love to hear from you.

• Health insurance
  
• Dental insurance
  
• Vision Insurance
  
• Opportunities for advancement
  
• Paid time off
  
• Professional development assistance