Hands-On Landscape Project Lead

Air Comfort, Inc; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round work

Four-day work week (10-hour days)

Paid Time Off with accrual

SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

Time-and-a-half for snow work

Uniforms provided

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Wells Lawn Care & Landscaping is seeking an experienced Landscape Project Manager to own residential landscape and hardscape installation projects from start to finish in the field.

This hands-on leadership role requires directing a 2–3 person crew, reviewing plans, solving on-site issues, and ensuring safety and quality on every job. Strong emphasis on customer communication and field execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional landscape and hardscape installation experience (2–5 years preferred).
• Experience leading or supervising a landscape installation crew.
• Proven knowledge of landscape construction, hardscape installation, grading, drainage, excavation, compaction, and site layout.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape construction plans and accurately lay out projects.
• Experience safely operating landscape construction equipment and towing equipment trailers.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly and work in outdoor conditions.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, professionalism, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned landscape and hardscape projects from jobsite setup through completion.
• Lead and work alongside a 2–3 person landscape installation crew.
• Plan daily work, assign responsibilities, and keep crew productive.
• Mentor crew members and promote a safe, positive work environment.
• Review and interpret landscape plans, drawings, and project specs.
• Ensure proper grades, elevations, slopes, and drainage are established.
• Oversee installation of hardscapes, walls, plantings, and sod.
• Document daily progress with photos and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Field supervision

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LMN software

Job description

Wells Lawn Care & Landscaping is seeking an experienced Landscape Project Manager to own residential landscape and hardscape installation projects from start to finish in the field.

This hands-on leadership role requires directing a 2–3 person crew, reviewing plans, solving on-site issues, and ensuring safety and quality on every job. Strong emphasis on customer communication and field execution.