Operations Manager

Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the landscape company's operations across its Maintenance and Tree/Install divisions. This individual will manage all aspects of estimating, project management, business development, and client relationship management to ensure operational efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with extensive knowledge of landscape operations, a strategic approach to project management, and a passion for growing the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating and Proposal Development
• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management and Business Development
• Operational Leadership
• Financial Management

Requirements

• Landscape Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management within the landscaping and construction/maintenance industry.
• Strong background in project management, estimating, business development, and client relationship management.
• Extensive experience in managing successful departments and operational financial performance.
• Experience in business development and account acquisitions.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships and network effectively within business communities to develop new business.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Aspire or the like, (ERP, CRM etc.).

Key Competencies

• Leadership and Team Development: Ability to motivate and mentor teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Ensure collaboration and transparency within the organization.
• Strategic Planning and Execution: Skilled in developing strategies to improve business growth and operational efficiency.
• Relationship-Building and Client Orientation: Proven ability to cultivate strong client relationships and proactively engage with the community to drive new business.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to addressing challenges, with a focus on sustainable solutions.

Benefits

• Salary + Commission
• Company Vehicle
• Company Fuel CC