Assistant Landscape Project Manager

May's Lawn Care; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

May’s Lawn Care is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join the landscaping division. Working directly under the Landscape Division Manager, you will help coordinate daily operations, prepare crews, and ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, with excellent customer service and strong organizational skills. You will manage inventories, source plant material, schedule deliveries, communicate with customers, and assist with

Qualifications

• Proactive, self-driven candidate with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and customer service mindset.
• Ability to communicate effectively and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock material inventory.
• Inventory orders, tag for jobs, organize remainder.
• Source plant material, place orders, and schedule pickup/delivery.
• Communicate with customers for upcoming jobs.
• Communicate change orders to ensure billing accuracy.
• Manage utility locates for current and upcoming jobs.
• Assist Project Manager with other duties as required.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Initiative

Team player

Job description

May’s Lawn Care is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join our growing landscaping division. Working directly under the Landscape Division Manager, this individual will play an important role in coordinating daily operations and ensuring our crews are properly prepared, equipped, and organized for both upcoming and ongoing projects.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, self-driven individual with strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. This position requires someone who takes initiative, communicates effectively, and takes pride in helping projects run smoothly from start to finish.

Position Overview:

Typical weekly duties include (but are not limited to):

• Maintain stock material inventory.
• Inventory orders, tag for jobs, organize remainder.
• Source plant material, place orders, and schedule pickup/delivery.
• Communicate with customers for upcoming jobs.
• Communicate change orders with customers and Accounts Manager to ensure billing is correct.
• Manage utility locates for current and upcoming jobs.
• Pick up material, rental equipment, Lowe’s supplies, and run other errands.
• Assist Project Manager with other duties as required.

For this position, we are looking for the following abilities/characteristics:

• Ability to proficiently use a computer and its programs.
• Strive for accuracy/correctness in every task.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Efficient (once the position is learned).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player, willingness to engage in a variety of activities.
• Comfortable pulling loaded trailer.
• Comfortable running equipment (Skid Steer/Excavator) in a safe manner.
• Familiarity with landscape industry.

Pay based on experience and qualifications.