Director of Operations – Public Grounds & Landscaping

P3Hired; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

P3Hired is partnering with a client in the Washington, DC metropolitan area to identify an experienced Director of Operations – Public Grounds & Landscaping. This hands-on leadership role oversees landscaping, grounds maintenance, public sanitation, and related outdoor operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience overseeing outdoor operations, landscaping, facilities maintenance, or public works.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in project management, contractor oversight, budgeting, and operational planning.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and public sanitation.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for indoor/outdoor work.
• Hands-on, results-oriented approach with project follow-through.
• Experience in public safety, emergency management, or rapid response.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grounds maintenance, landscaping, public sanitation, and related outdoor operations.
• Manage contractors, service agreements, project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor service quality, and address operational issues.
• Coordinate seasonal maintenance and emergency responses, including snow removal and debris cleanup.
• Track performance, manage resources, and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Coordinate with staff, vendors, local agencies, and stakeholders to keep projects on track.

Skills

Project management

Contractor oversight

Budgeting

Operational planning

Grounds management

Public works knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Outdoor environments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

P3Hired is partnering with a client in the Washington, DC metropolitan area to identify an experienced Director of Operations – Public Grounds & Landscaping.

This hands-on leadership role oversees landscaping, grounds maintenance, public sanitation, and related outdoor operations. The Director will manage contractors, coordinate projects, monitor performance, and ensure work is completed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience overseeing outdoor operations, landscaping, facilities maintenance, or public works.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee grounds maintenance, landscaping, public sanitation, and related outdoor operations.
• Manage contractors, service agreements, project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor service quality, and address operational issues.
• Coordinate seasonal maintenance and emergency responses, including snow removal, debris cleanup, and urgent service needs.
• Track performance, manage resources, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Coordinate with staff, vendors, local agencies, and other stakeholders to keep projects and operations on track.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Approximately 7–10 years of relevant experience in grounds management, landscaping, facilities operations, public works, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, contractor oversight, budgeting, and operational planning.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and public sanitation practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in both office and outdoor environments.
• A hands-on, results-oriented approach with the ability to anticipate needs and follow projects through to completion.
• Background in public safety, emergency management, first response, or other roles requiring rapid assessment, coordination, and response to changing conditions.

Salary and Benefits

The targeted salary range for this position is $120,000–$130,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. A competitive benefits package is also offered.