Landscaping Manager

Job Summary

• The Irrigation and Lighting Manager is responsible for the overall management,
• maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of all irrigation and landscape lighting
• systems operated by the company. The position oversees feld operations, project planning,
• estimating, client relations, business development, budgeting, and team leadership to
• ensure projects are completed safely, eƯiciently, on time, and within budget.
• The Irrigation and Lighting Manager serves as the primary technical expert for irrigation and
• lighting systems while also supporting company growth through client engagement,
• upselling opportunities, and the preparation of accurate estimates and proposals.

Key Responsibilities

Client Relations and Business Development

•  Meet with prospective and existing clients to assess irrigation and landscape lighting
• needs.
•  Conduct site inspections and evaluations to identify system deficiencies,
• improvement opportunities, and client requirements.
•  Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and
• exceptional service delivery.
• upgrades, renovations, water-saving technologies, lighting enhancements, and
• maintenance services.
•  Prepare recommendations and solutions that enhance landscape health,
• appearance, eƯiciency, and safety.
•  Participate in client meetings and presentations as required.

Estimating and Sales Support

•  Review construction drawings, landscape plans, and specifications.
•  Perform quantity take-outs for irrigation and landscape lighting projects.
•  Prepare accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor estimates.
•  Develop project budgets and proposals for new installations, upgrades, and repairs.
•  Assist with bid preparation and proposal submissions.
•  Review project costs and profitability prior to submission.

Irrigation Management

•  Plan, organize, and oversee the maintenance, repair, and installation of irrigation
• systems.
•  Conduct routine inspections and audits to ensure proper operation and water
• conservation.
•  Diagnose and troubleshoot irrigation system failures, including pumps, valves,
• controllers, wiring, sensors, and pipe networks.
•  Develop seasonal irrigation schedules and water management plans.
•  Monitor water usage and recommend efficiency improvements.
•  Coordinate emergency repairs to minimize landscape damage and service
• interruptions.

Landscape Lighting Management

•  Oversee installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of landscape lighting
• systems.
•  Ensure proper operation of transformers, timers, photocells, LED fxtures, wiring, and
• control systems.
•  Conduct nighttime inspections and quality assurance reviews.
•  Recommend upgrades to improve aesthetics, security, and energy eƯiciency.
•  Ensure all installations comply with applicable electrical and safety standards.

Operations and Project Management

•  Plan, schedule, and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly work activities.
•  Assign crews, equipment, and resources to maximize productivity and eƯiciency.
•  Monitor project schedules and ensure work is completed according to specifcations.
•  Enforce productivity standards and ensure crews meet established performance
• targets.
•  Track labor hours, equipment utilization, and material consumption.
•  Monitor job budgets throughout project execution and implement corrective actions
• when necessary to maintain profitability.
•  Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational deficiencies while maintaining
• quality standards.
•  Ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with
• company standards.

Work Order and Administrative Management

•  Review completed work to verify quality and client satisfaction.
•  Ensure all work orders, service tickets, and project documentation are completed
• accurately.
•  Close all work orders within 24 hours of project or service completion.
•  Prepare operational reports, budget updates, and performance metrics as required.
•  Utilize company software systems for scheduling, reporting, inventory management,
• and job costing.

Team Leadership and Supervision

•  Supervise irrigation and lighting technicians and support personnel.
•  Train employees in installation procedures, troubleshooting techniques, safety
• requirements, and company standards.
•  Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and development
• opportunities.
•  Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
•  Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Inventory and Asset Management

•  Maintain inventory levels for irrigation and lighting components.
•  Coordinate purchasing and procurement activities.
•  Monitor equipment condition and schedule repairs or replacements.
•  Control inventory costs and minimize waste.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

•  Ensure compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
•  Conduct safety meetings and Feld inspections.
•  Ensure proper use of tools, equipment, vehicles, and personal protective equipment.
•  Promote a safe working environment and investigate incidents as required.

Qualifcations

Education

•  Associate degree, technical certifcation, or equivalent experience in irrigation,
• landscape management, electrical systems, construction management, or a related
• field preferred.

Experience

•  Minimum 5 years of irrigation and landscape lighting experience.
•  Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
•  Experience preparing estimates, project budgets, and construction take-oƯs.
•  Experience managing multiple crews and projects simultaneously.

Technical Skills

•  Advanced knowledge of irrigation systems, pumps, controllers, valves, and water
• management practices.
•  Strong understanding of low-voltage landscape lighting systems.
•  Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
•  Proficiency in estimating, budgeting, and job costing.
•  Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and industry-related software.

Other Requirements

•  Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
•  Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required.
•  Ability to perform site inspections and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Deadline August 2026

Salary commensurate with qualifications