Residential Landscape Maintenance Manager - Fine ...

Residential Landscape Maintenance Manager - Fine Gardening - South San Francisco, CA (120-140K)*About us:*The Landscape Maintenance Account Manager will ensure the overall quality of maintenance services by conducting routine site visits, delivering detailed field reports, and taking a proactive approach to gardening issues.This position is a leadership role. A successful Manager will delegate clear directions to the crews while training and developing staff.Qualified candidates will possess an educational background in horticulture with 5-10 years of residential account management excellence.*Landscape Account Manager Duties:**Account Management – *Field functions* Manage multiple residential maintenance accounts while efficiently and effectively coordinating labor, equipment, materials, and company resources to achieve Company high standards and core values.* Oversee and optimize maintenance schedules for efficient day-to-day operations.* Uphold service quality by conducting routine site visits; deliver horticultural solutions based on gardening expertise and experience.* Ensure quality control as relevant to aesthetic desired by the client and horticultural concerns.* Communicate with clients; develop and nurture professional relationships.* Complete regular field reports and site assessments; communicate maintenance progress with the Owner and Maintenance Division Manager.* Manage irrigation system and maintain records of watering schedules.* Advise and plan fertilization schedules.* Identify replacement plants*Leadership functions** Build and foster an inclusive team culture while maintaining a positive attitude.* Implement and develop team training in the areas of horticulture, irrigation, and proper pruning techniques.* Ensure crew safety through appropriate utilization of PPE as well as adhering to company safety procedures.* Conduct performance evaluations on supervised employees according to company standards.* COMMUNICATION is key to success.*Administrative Functions** Contribute action items to weekly Maintenance Meeting Agendas.* File site assessments/field reports electronically according to company procedure.* Monitor and report herbicide/pesticide usage to Maintenance Division Coordinator; adhere to SDS instructions regarding pesticides and herbicides.* Review billings and cost invoices in collaboration with the accounting department.* Effectively and expeditiously produce proposals for regular/extra work.* Track and monitor job costs vs. estimated budget.* Log and report bulk materials usage such as soils, fertilizers, and plants.* Communicate the Company goals, policies, and procedures regarding landscape maintenance to the maintenance crews.*Landscape Account Manager Qualifications:** *Education:* Degree Certificate in Landscape Horticulture or related field (strongly preferred)* *Experience:* 5-10 years of fine gardening/account/field maintenance management experience (requirement).* *Expertise:* Advanced understanding of horticultural practices including pruning, irrigation, and fertilization; ability to identify and troubleshoot plants, disease and pests, soils, and growing mediums* *Equipment:* Knowledgeable in best practices and safety using mowers, trimmers, blowers* Computers: Proficiency in Word, Excel, Gmail, and iOS (requirement)* *Certifications:* QAL/QAC (preferred)* You must possess a valid California driver's license with a clean driving record and be insured by our insurance company (requirement)* *Languages:* English-Spanish Bilingual (strongly preferred)* Local candidates only (requirement)*Competencies:** Positive attitude, Team leader* Attention to detail in the landscape environment and strong aesthetic sensibilities.* Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.* Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group, problem-solving situations; Self-starter with a solutions-oriented mindset.* Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.* Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.*Physical Demands:** Ability to lift 40 lbs unassisted* Exposure to outdoor conditions*Compensation:** Full-time position (40 hrs/week M-F)* Competitive salary - $120,000 - $140,000/yr (DOE)* Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance package* PTO, Vacation, and sick time program* 401 (k) after 1 year of service* Tuition reimbursement* Company vehicle* Company credit card and gas cardJob Type: Full-timePay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceExperience:* managing high-end residential landscape maintenance accounts: 5 years (Required)* coordinating labor, equipment, and materials: 5 years (Required)* overseeing and optimizing landscape maintenance schedules: 5 years (Required)* conducting routine visits: 5 years (Required)* providing horticultural solutions: 5 years (Required)* landscape quality control (aesthetics & horticulture): 5 years (Required)* client relations and communication in landscape maintenance: 5 years (Required)* completing field reports and conducting site assessments: 3 years (Required)* irrigation system management and scheduling: 3 years (Preferred)* training program development for landscape crews: 3 years (Preferred)Ability to Commute:* South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12