Landscape Construction Manager

Bayview Garden Nurseries is looking to fill the Manger position in the Landscape Construction division.

CLASSIFICATION PURPOSE

This exempt, supervisory job classification is responsible for overseeing all landscape construction and enhancement projects from start to finish, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to company standards. This position also manages construction crews, estimates projects, collaborates with designers, and maintains strong client communication throughout the build process; performs other work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The examples of functions listed in this job description are representative, but not necessarily exhaustive, of any one position in this job classification. Management may assign other functions not listed herein at its sole discretion.

• Leads, coaches, and develops construction staff and Foremen;
• promotes safety, quality, professionalism, and company culture;
• conducts hiring, training, performance evaluations, and corrective action;
• ensures employees hold themselves and the team accountable for meeting production and financial targets;
• communicates proactively with clients about project schedules, progress, and challenges;
• conducts walk-throughs, punch lists, and post-construction reviews;
• coordinates with sales, design, and office departments to ensure client expectations are met;
• participates in pre-construction planning and project hand-off meetings;
• reviews specifications, plans, details, and scopes of work;
• develops build sequences, site plans, and production strategies;
• conducts jobsite inspections before, during, and after construction;
• oversees project schedules, daily production, and milestones;
• ensures efficient coordination of subcontractors, trades, materials, and equipment;
• manages multiple installation crews in accordance with company procedures and quality standards;
• solves technical issues on active job sites and ensures proper installation methods;
• operates or supervises operation of construction equipment (e.g., skid steers, excavators, trenchers);
• assists and approves bidding and cost estimating for installation projects;
• prepares take-off reports: counting, pricing, analyzing, and summarizing materials and labor;
• computes cost factors for budgeting, purchasing, planning, and scheduling;
• distributes RFQs and does follow-up with subcontractors and suppliers;
• evaluates cost effectiveness and recommends improvements for estimating procedures;
• ensures job site safety and OSHA compliance;
• leads weekly Construction Division safety tailgate meetings;
• ensures all work meets engineering specifications, timelines, and quality standards;
• follows NJ 811 protocols and ensures proper mark-outs before digging;
• reviews timecards to verify accurate job coding and compliance;
• manages the Construction Division Profit & Loss Statement;
• tracks and reports KPIs including gross profit, labor hours, and production rates;
• ensures accurate job setup, contract billing, and change orders;
• creates and reviews purchase orders, purchasing documents, and project financials;
• coordinates communication between construction teams and office personnel;
• completes required reports, documentation, and project records;
• uses Microsoft Office, BOSS, and standard office software and equipment effectively; and
• provides excellent service (e.g., accurate, complete, and timely) to clients, work-site partners, and Company staff in a courteous and efficient manner.
• COMPETENCIES
• Business Acumen: Demonstrates operational, conceptual, and financial proficiency with landscape industry topics; generates proposals that achieve gross profit goals; increases revenue, leverages resources, and ensures company success and growth.
• Results Oriented: Maintains focus on outcomes; is proactive and goal oriented; concentrates on meeting objectives, delivering to the required time, cost, and quality; holds performance as more important than process; sets specific, measurable goals, and takes efficient action to accomplish success.
• Construction: Demonstrates professional knowledge regarding design-build, construction practices, landscape procedures, and hardscape; presents oneself as a landscape installation expert to clients, vendors, and suppliers; understands industry best practices and trends.
• People Management: Responsible for staffing, training, and performance management; approves all paperwork; complies with all human resources procedures; views employees as assets.
• Decision Quality: Consistently makes effective, timely, and sound decisions; solicits information from multiple sources prior to making a judgment; addresses goals, resources, and intangibles; considers implications and contingency plans associated with all decisions.
• Customer Service: Consistently exceeds customer expectations; keeps customers well-informed, listens to them attentively, and addresses their concerns; enacts a personal approach to customer service.
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with respect, collaboration, and support in such a way that work relationships are improved and morale is increased; is approachable; has effective communication skills.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

An example of the preferred education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and competencies for this position includes: at least five (5) years of commercial construction, landscaping, and/or hardscape experience similar to that described above.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions required by this job classification. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the functions of this job classification, on a case-by-case basis.

Frequent: stand, walk, or crouch on narrow and/or slippery surfaces; repetitive use of hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, standing, bending and stooping, twisting of waist side-to-side, turning and flexion of the neck, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; walking long distances, on job sites on uneven ground; normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus and vision to normal range.

SPECIAL NOTES, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Pre-employment: Incumbents must sign the Confidentiality, Non-disclosure, and Non-solicitation Agreement prior to their first day on the job.

License: A valid driver’s license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this job classification, is required at the time of appointment.

Language: Though not required, bilingual English and Spanish skills are desirable.

Certifications: Incumbents must attain their OSHA 10-hour certification within their first 90 days of employment and maintain that certification thereafter.

Working Conditions: Work is predominately conducted outdoors with exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, noise levels, dust, pesticides, herbicides, grease, oils, dust, fumes, and electrical currents. Work is also conducted in an office environment with associated noise, space, and computer screen exposure.

Background Investigation: Incumbents must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates may be subject to a background investigation and/or drug test.

Introductory Period: Incumbents appointed to this job classification serve an introductory period of three months.