BRANCH MANAGER - Indianapolis - Landscape Management

Air Comfort, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Midwest Landscape Industries, Inc. is seeking a Branch Manager in Indianapolis to oversee landscape maintenance, snow management, and project installation work. You will supervise crews, coordinate with designers and account managers, and ensure high-quality workmanship across multiple sites.

The role emphasizes safety, budgeting, and timely completion of tasks. In this leadership position, you will mentor staff, manage daily field operations, and drive the company’s growth goals while

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial/residential landscape maintenance and snow management including budgeting and costing.
• Knowledge of horticulture is a plus.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Familiarity with blueprints or takeoffs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field personnel and manage subcontractors.
• Oversee projects to substantial completion and warranty period.
• Communicate with customers, designers, and manage quality standards.
• Coordinate with Account Executives and Area/Field Managers for manpower and equipment.
• Ensure equipment availability and fleet management for accounts.
• Track safety and notify about workers' compensation issues.
• Assist in bidding and budgeting processes as needed.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Snow management

Budgeting

Job costing

Materials management

Project management

Planning & scheduling

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Midwest Landscape Industries, Inc. is a respected landscape management and installation company specializing in delivering exceptional commercial landscape services. Since 2016, we have been growing successful companies with a distinct culture that empowers employees to chart the company’s destiny. Due to our plans for aggressive growth, the Landscape Management Division has an immediate opening for a Branch Manager in Indianapolis. This role is crucial for overseeing all aspects of landscape and snow management, installation of enhancement and irrigation projects, and ensuring high-quality standards are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field personnel and manage subcontractors.
• Oversee projects to substantial completion and through the warranty period.
• Communicate with customers, designers, and maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate with Account Executives/Managers and Area Managers/Field Managers to schedule manpower and equipment resources.
• Ensure all equipment for projects and service accounts are available when needed.
• Evaluate equipment utilization and make recommendations for future purchases.
• Manage equipment service records and ensure proper fleet management for all accounts.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and track Additional Authorization Work (AWA).
• Handle purchasing and daily schedules of personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Document and report workers' compensation insurance claims immediately.
• Contact utility companies regarding line locations and secure necessary permits.
• Manage, direct, and train landscape management employees and perform annual reviews.
• Write, maintain, and update company SOPs for Landscape Management.
• Ensure adherence to the company employee manual and safety manual by all staff.
• Manage daily operations of multiple maintenance properties and installations.
• Recruit, hire, and retain employees; approve timesheets and employee leave requests.
• Ensure timely submission of field paperwork to accounting.
• Conduct initial site visits and cost estimating.
• Analyze and disseminate job cost reports.
• Assist in the bidding process as needed.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and achievement of the company’s annual budget goals.
• Maintain a high level of quality and efficiency in the field.
• Serve as a liaison between MLI, property managers, owners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Keep records of personnel matters, vehicles, and service requests.
• Ensure customer satisfaction, respond to customer complaints and special requests, and promote the company image.

Qualifications

• Experience with commercial and residential landscape maintenance/enhancements/snow management, including budgeting, job costing, materials management, project management, production, and scheduling.
• Horticulture knowledge, including plant identification.
• Proficiency in irrigation systems, diagnosis, and repair.
• Knowledge of blueprints, takeoffs, plant material, hardscapes, and water features.
• Strong ability to lead, train, and support crew members.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Customer service-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and job costing methods is preferred.
• Certified Landscape Technician or Professional (CLT/CLP) is a plus.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

Midwest Landscape Industries, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other category as protected by law.