Crew Leader - Landscape Maintenance

Field Manager - Landscape Maintenance Join to apply for the Field Manager - Landscape Maintenance role at Ruppert Landscape. Be among the first 25 applicants. Position Description The Field Manager is responsible for managing labor and material in the field to complete assigned contract maintenance and snow removal projects. In addition, field managers must develop the people that report to them. Success in this position is indicated by contracts that are renewed, jobs completed within budgeted hours, and low negative turnover of assistants and crew members. This position must cooperate with other landscape management field managers and enhancement field managers to ensure the overall goals of the branch are met. Responsibilities Develop a clear understanding of the company’s philosophies, short- and long-term goals of the branch, and the financial position of the branch. Build relationships with your team to help them develop within the company; set goals and monitor progress through evaluations. Contribute to the training process by attending or conducting certification training sessions. Plan, schedule, and supervise daily production activities on assigned contracts. Understand hourly and cost budgets for each job; monitor through job hours, reports, and costs, and take action as needed. Maintain a good relationship with clients on every job. Monitor quality of work and proactively bring issues to the customer’s attention, inspecting jobs at the end of each day and completing property service reports. Sell an acceptable level of extras through the use of time‑and‑materials (T&M) tickets. Maintain assigned vehicle and equipment in good working order. Qualifications Demonstrated skill and ability to manage others at various levels. Demonstrated skill and ability to work with service customers. At least one year of experience doing contract maintenance work in a commercial setting. Two‑ or four‑year horticultural or related degree and two years of industry experience, or equivalent experience or certifications that substitute for a degree. Ability to identify and diagnose insect and disease problems and schedule appropriate treatment. Working knowledge of vehicles and equipment used in contract maintenance and snow removal. Valid driver’s license with a clean record over the last three years. Benefits Competitive salary Medical benefits with dental and vision Flexible Spending Account 401(k) plan Flexible work/life balance Family-oriented company culture General Description Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape construction and management company, a family‑owned and employee‑owned business headquartered in Montgomery County, MD, with operations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Delaware, and Tennessee. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take excellent care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Contract Job Function Management and Manufacturing; Industries: Construction Equal Opportunity Statement Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E‑Verify Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ruppert Landscape