POSITION SUMMARY:
The Garden Services Manager is responsible for the quality and efficiency of the garden program on specialty gardens within the Lambert’s portfolio. This roll requires a strong knowledge of environmentally safe and organic garden installation and maintenance practices as well as being committed to producing the highest quality landscape services. Candidates will have to direct, plan and implement all on-site activities. Garden Services Manager is responsible for leading the crewman and communicating client needs. They must also be comfortable offering technical advice. Visibility in the community is required for this position, so professionalism is vital both on and off the job.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production
· Direct and assist in the production of a comprehensive package of garden services geared primarily toward high-end residential accounts
· Provide dedicated team technical advice and consultation as required on assigned accounts
· Direct and assist in garden service work to insure timely completion, quality workmanship, profitability and client satisfaction
· Plan and implement on-site reviews with the assigned landscape maintenance foreman and porter weekly
· Assist in the development of an annual written week-by-week production plan for each assigned account as well as a strategic annual plan
· Plan, develop and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve production operations and minimize operating costs
· Coordinate with Foreman on status of on-going projects
JOB SPECIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Training: H.S. Degree / GED College Degree Certification/License*
Experience:
Landscape or Horticultural degree or related field of study or a minimum of 5 years experience in the landscape maintenance industry.
Training and Certifications:
Valid driver’s license
Special Skills and/or Abilities:
· Must be able to verbally communicate landscape revisions.
· Must be organized, efficient and be dedicated to a systematic and documented work system.
· Needs to know how to prioritize effectively.
· Above average written and verbal English communication skills. Basic knowledge of Spanish is required.
· Ability to perform physically intense tasks outdoors in all weather conditions.
· Commitment to environmentally safe management techniques and practices in all phases of the landscape industry.
· Must be familiar with and committed to organic gardening methods.
Important Qualities and Characteristics:
· Must be capable of performing under pressure as well as demonstrating flexibility in an adapting to the ever-changing industry.
· Wide variety of practical/functional knowledge of all facets of landscape maintenance, as well as a working knowledge of garden design, installation, construction, pool, irrigation and tree care disciplines.
· Commitment to produce the highest quality landscape services while providing unsurpassed customer service.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Gardening: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations