Landscape Operations Manager

This Landscape Operations Manager role serves as a crucial leadership position overseeing landscape construction and field operations across multiple sites. The primary objective is to effectively manage field crews, coordinate high-quality projects, and ensure all sites are well-prepared so teams remain productive and successful every day. This hands‑on manager takes full ownership of projects from inception to final walkthrough, solving problems quickly and maintaining strict quality standards. A fast‑growing, family‑owned landscaping and outdoor services provider based in Metro Detroit, Michigan. Known as a trusted regional leader in hardscaping, lawn maintenance, and snow removal, this organization offers a highly stable, year‑round working environment. Employees enjoy a supportive, hands‑on culture with fantastic opportunities for long‑term professional development and career advancement. Responsibilities Oversee and manage multiple landscape and hardscape crews daily to ensure smooth operations and high‑quality output. Coordinate project scheduling, manpower, material logistics, and equipment allocation to maximize field efficiency and minimize downtime. Monitor job progress, quality standards, and timelines through regular site visits and system tracking tools like Jobber or CompanyCam. Collaborate seamlessly with office staff, sales teams, and suppliers to proactively identify change orders, upsell opportunities, and potential issues. Train, develop, and hold field staff accountable, ensuring crews consistently maintain clean, safe, and professional job sites. Execute accurate administrative tracking of project progress, labor hours, and completion photos. Direct winter operations by assisting with snow management and emergency weather responses as needed. Requirements Minimum 6 years of landscaping, 5 years of lawn care, 4 years of hardscape, and 6 years of heavy equipment operation experience. Exceptional leadership, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple crews and projects simultaneously. Proven ability to interpret plans, layouts, and job scopes while understanding grading, drainage, planting, and general construction practices. Valid driver’s license required, with a Chauffeur’s license strongly preferred (or the ability to obtain one). Willingness to work outdoors in various conditions and travel between job sites daily. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred; proficiency in Spanish is highly advantageous. Prior experience utilizing field management systems such as Jobber or CompanyCam is a significant plus. $65,000 - $85,000 per year, based on experience Performance-based incentives and vertical growth opportunities Stable, year-round work opportunities, including winter snow operations #J-18808-Ljbffr Frey Consulting Group