Account Manager

Sperber Landscape Companies; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus performance incentives

Paid Time Off and recognized holidays

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan with company match

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading landscaping services firm in Virginia is seeking an Account Manager to manage commercial properties. This role involves maintaining client relationships, overseeing service delivery, and ensuring high satisfaction. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in landscaping account management and a relevant degree. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in account management or client-facing roles in commercial landscaping.
• Strong knowledge of commercial landscape services including grounds maintenance and irrigation.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor service quality.
• Oversee the delivery of contracted services.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational ability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Overview

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About Community Landscape Services (CLS): Since 1993, Community Landscape Services has been the premier commercial landscape management firm in the D.C. Metro area. Founded by Bill DeWitt to bridge the gap between large national firms and “mow, blow, and go” operations, CLS combines professional, personal, and proactive service with sustainable and regenerative practices.

At CLS, we believe in being more than just a contractor — we are a partner. We take pride in delivering high-quality work, fostering strong client relationships, and caring for each property as if it were our own. Our “Team CLS” philosophy extends to both employees and clients, where value, dependability, integrity, and sustainability are at the core of everything we do.

Position Overview

We’re seeking an experienced and client-focused Account Manager to manage a portfolio of commercial (and potentially high-end residential) properties throughout the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions. You will be the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery, proactive problem solving, and identifying opportunities for property enhancements. You’ll work closely with the operations teams, estimating, and leadership to uphold the high standards CLS is known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned clients, serving as their go-to contact for all landscape management services.
• Conduct regular site inspections and property walks to monitor service quality, address concerns, and identify enhancement opportunities.
• Oversee the delivery of contracted services including grounds maintenance, irrigation, arboriculture, landscape enhancement, snow management, etc.
• Coordinate with production crews, supervisors, and operations leadership to ensure work is scheduled, executed, and cleaned up to CLS’s standards.
• Work with estimating and operations to prepare proposals for enhancements or scope expansions, ensuring accuracy, client value, and profitability.
• Monitor account performance: budgets, billing, profitability, and contract renewals.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction – proactively solicit feedback, resolve issues, and communicate clearly and often.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Horticulture, Landscape Management, Business, or related field) preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in account management or client-facing roles in commercial landscaping, facilities services, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of commercial landscape services: grounds maintenance, irrigation, arboriculture, snow management, etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational ability, able to manage multiple accounts and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset; attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, scope of work, and proposals.

Summary

Why Work for CLS? When you join Community Landscape Services, you become part of "Team CLS" — an organization that values people, quality, and sustainable impact. We offer a working environment where your contributions matter, clients become partners, and every project reflects our commitment to excellence.

Benefits & Perks Include

• Competitive salary plus performance incentives
• Paid Time Off and recognized holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan (401(k) or equivalent) with company match
• Opportunities for professional development and training in sustainable/regenerative landscape practices
• Tools, resources, and support to deliver your best work

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Landscaping Services