Hands-On Field Ops Manager – Landscape & Snow

Landscape Design Concepts; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401k

Paid time off

Company Vehicle for work

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Landscape Design Concepts is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations of our commercial landscape maintenance and snow services. This hands-on, in-person role requires working closely with crews, planning schedules, managing labor and equipment, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance.

You will lead field teams, monitor production hours, coordinate materials, and maintain effective communication with customers and management.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of commercial landscape maintenance leadership experience.
• Experience supervising and directing landscape maintenance crews.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance operations and safety.
• Experience with Jobber or similar systems is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurance requirements.
• Pesticide applicator license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities and performance of landscape maintenance crews.
• Plan and schedule crews, equipment, and materials for routine maintenance.
• Ensure services are completed on scope, on schedule, and within quality standards.
• Review schedules, adjust for staffing, weather, and production needs.
• Monitor labor hours and train Crew Leaders to perform efficiently.
• Coordinate safety, inspections, and quality control across projects.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and property contacts.
• Track labor, materials, and costs; support payroll reporting and documentation.

Skills

Field leadership

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Communication

Training & development

Labor management

Budgeting & cost control

Problem solving

Tools

Jobber

Job description

Landscape Design Concepts is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations of our commercial landscape maintenance and snow services. This hands-on, in-person role requires working closely with crews, planning schedules, managing labor and equipment, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance.

You will lead field teams, monitor production hours, coordinate materials, and maintain effective communication with customers and management.