Commercial Landscape - Area Manager

Complete Landscaping Service; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plan

Flexible time off; 6 paid holidays

Education assistance

Company vehicle

On-Demand Pay

Referral bonuses

Gym membership

Mobile carrier discounts

Job summary

Complete Landscaping Service is seeking an Area Manager to oversee daily operations across multiple accounts in the Bowie, MD region. You will ensure service quality, client satisfaction, crew development, and safety while driving productivity and profitability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 5 years in a similar position, with bilingual English/Spanish preferred and strong CRM/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Landscape Architecture, or Horticulture preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a related role with commercial property management/HOA board experience a plus.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and client communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main client contact for day-to-day site issues.
• Lead and mentor a team of 15–20 employees; plan labor needs and staffing changes.
• Analyze cost reports, budgets, and variances; coordinate with project managers on larger jobs.
• Maintain accurate client and project records in CRM and meet/exceed annual sales goals.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Business Administration, Landscape Architecture, or Horticulture)

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Complete Landscaping Service is one the Washington, DC area’s largest full-service commercial landscaping companies thanks to its extraordinary team of professional landscape architects. Explore the possibilities, nurture your true talent, and grow with us. Together, let’s create a greener, more vibrant world, one project at a time. Welcome to the heart of transformative landscaping, welcome to Complete Landscaping Service. Our team is excited to welcome the right candidates to our growing family!

Position

Commercial Landscape - Area Manager

Location

Bowie, MD

Job Id

165

# of Openings

1

About Complete Landscaping Services

Complete Landscaping Services is part of Monarch Landscape Companies, a leading network of landscape brands across the U.S.

We proudly serve commercial clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and deliver reliable, high-quality landscape maintenance and construction services. At Complete, your achievements determine your rewards, your abilities define your success, and your professionalism leads to autonomy!

• Job Title: Area Manager
• Division: Maintenance

Job Summary

As an Area Manager, you will oversee daily operations across multiple accounts in your assigned territory. You will ensure exceptional service delivery, client satisfaction, crew development, and operational excellence. This role is key to driving crew productivity, workplace safety, and client retention.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Landscape Architecture, or Horticulture preferred

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in a related role
• Commercial property management and HOA Boards experience a plus

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Certified Landscape Technician (CLT), or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Excellent relationship-building and client communication skills
• Proficiency with commercial landscape equipment and irrigation systems
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking abilities
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Client & Site Management

• Serve as the main client contact for day-to-day site issues
• Conduct site walk-throughs with clients and company representatives
• Ensure services meet contract specifications, schedules, budgets, and quality standards
• Identify opportunities for maintenance, irrigation upgrades, and enhancements

Team Leadership & Operations

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 15–20 employees
• Plan labor needs, hire or terminate staff as necessary

Business & Financial Oversight

• Analyze cost reports and budget variances
• Collaborate with Service & Operations Support on minor extra work projects
• Partner with Project Managers on client communications and larger projects
• Meet or exceed annual sales goals
• Maintain accurate client and project records in CRM software

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings & Employee Equity Program
• Flexible Time Off, 6 paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Education Assistance & Career Advancement
• Company Vehicle
• On-Demand Pay through DailyPay
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

Pay range

$75,000 - $85,000

Commission

1% - 2% commission paid on ancillary gross margin sales

Maryland

2410 Crain Highway
Bowie, Maryland 20716
301-781-7504
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