Assistant Project Manager

Ruppert Landscape Co; Gainesville, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Paid Time off

Medical benefits with dental andvision

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Flexible work/life balance

Family-oriented company culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale Landscape Construction projects, coordinating submittals, RFIs, change orders, and daily operations with subcontractors and onsite clients. You will oversee project progression through warranty, manage billing and receivables, and collaborate with architects, vendors, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, blueprint literacy, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Landscape Construction background and/or experience.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, Landscape Construction details, and specification.
• Ability to negotiate price, terms, and schedule with vendors and customers.
• Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Basic understanding of business math, accounting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage large or specialty Landscape Construction projects including preparation with submittals, RFI’s, and change orders.
• Managing communication with sub-contractors and onsite customers.
• Overseeing projects through the warranty period.
• Implementing projects while reporting weekly/monthly billing.
• Assisting with collecting receivables.
• Building relationships with architects, vendors, and clientele.
• Coordinate with operations and internal management teams.
• Scheduling manpower and equipment resources.
• Assist the Project Manager with monthly financial closeout.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Landscape Construction

Blueprint reading

Vendor negotiations

Relationship building

Organization

Microsoft Office

Business math

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape Landscape Construction and management company, a family-owned and employee-owned business, headquartered in Montgomery County, MD, with operations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Delaware, and Tennessee. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take excellent care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Responsibilities:

• Manage large or specialty Landscape Construction projects including preparation with submittals, RFI’s, and change orders
• Managing communication with sub-contractors and onsite customers
• Overseeing projects through the warranty period
• Implementing projects while reporting weekly/monthly billing
• Assisting with collecting receivables
• Building relationships with architects, vendors, and clientele
• Coordinate with operations and internal management teams
• Scheduling manpower and equipment resources
• Assist the Project Manager with monthly financial closeout

Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Landscape Construction background and/or experience
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, Landscape Construction details, and specification
• Ability to negotiate price, terms, and schedule with vendors and customers
• Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Basic understanding of business math, accounting, and financial reporting

What we provide:

• 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.

Compensation for this position varies based on qualifications: $55k-$65k/yr