Landscape Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Compensation & Benefits

• $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

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