Account Manager - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Co; New York, Dagsboro (NY, DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial landscape maintenance is seeking a dynamic leader to join their team. This role involves recruiting and managing a skilled workforce while overseeing budget and P&L responsibilities. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service and have a strong understanding of landscape improvement opportunities. With a commitment to sustainability and community stewardship, this company offers a supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional growth. Join a family-oriented culture where your contributions will make a difference in enhancing outdoor spaces.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

On-the-job Training

Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Plan

Flexible Work/Life Balance

Family-oriented Company Culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years in customer service and management roles.
• Knowledge of operating equipment and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and lead an effective team for landscape maintenance.
• Manage production schedules and ensure quality operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

P&L Management

Customer Service

Job Costing

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Agribusiness

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Business Management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Description

Ruppert Landscape headquartered in Laytonsville, MD is a privately held, commercial landscape maintenance and construction company. A multi-state presence with a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to successfully recruit, lead and build an effective team
• Experience managing a portfolio with understanding of a P & L for a targeted gross profit
• Identifying opportunities for landscape improvements in promoting enhancement sales
• Understanding customer’s needs and expectations with managing a sustainable landscape plan
• Driving quality and efficiency within operations teams
• Full capacity with managing crews within budgetary man hours
• Proficient in job costing, budget management and forecasting
• Ability to estimate maintenance job costs for bid proposals
• Aptitude in demonstrating high level of customer service while maintaining customer relationships
• Manage production schedule for assigned crews
• Provide safe work environment and align with company’s safety policies

Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment
• Knowledge of operating equipment and preventative maintenance
• Strong oral, communication and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• 3 years minimum experience in customer service and management related experience
• A degree in Agribusiness, Horticulture or Business Management is preferred

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• On-the-job training
• Paid Time off
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-verify Employer