Irrigation Manager

Mariani Enterprises, LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariani Enterprises LLC is hiring an Irrigation Manager to lead irrigation from estimate to handoff and oversee crews on large landscape projects in the MA region.

The role requires designing and reviewing irrigation systems, preparing accurate bids, ordering materials, and coordinating with project managers to keep schedules and budgets on track. Safety and quality are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in design, installation and repair of complex irrigation systems.
• Experience leading crews to install complex irrigation systems.
• Proficiency with industry practices, system calculations and bid processes.
• Must use Aspire, Smartsheet, Hydrawise and MS Office effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review and finalize irrigation designs and estimates for client projects.
• Order materials and coordinate with estimating and project management.
• Schedule crews and manage field operations to meet timelines and budgets.
• Ensure in-field installations meet standards and backflow connections.
• As-Builts and zone charts prepared and handed off to maintenance.
• Promote safety and ensure proper use of PPE on site.

Skills

Irrigation design

Crew management

Project coordination

Communication

MS Office

Tools

Aspire

Smartsheet

Hydrawise

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

Overview

The Irrigation Manager (IM) leads the irrigation process from estimate through handoff to maintenance. The IM leads crews and assures that all irrigation installations and designs meet and/or exceed the company expectations, through proper scheduling of materials, deliveries, crews, and coordination with softscape manager. Training and development of crew leaders is critical part of this role to continually improve quality and proficiency of crews.

Specific responsibilities

• Design and Estimate Review potential jobs in estimating with estimator Determine job specific requirements and client needs for the irrigation system and send out for design Finalize design by making site specific and client adjustments. Provide adequate analysis of run times, gallons used per day/ week/ month, season etc. Provide the estimating department with accurate bid information, materials, hours etc. Review design and estimate with project manager before work begins on project Project manager is responsible for obtaining and communicating required information to completing the job, before installation, i.e. job sequencing, well vs domestic supply, point of connection, power, clock location, clock type, special request, temp. irrigation, hose bibs, etc.
• Ordering materials Materials should be ordered specifically for each job, 1-2 weeks ahead Commonly used parts should be stocked in trailer in yard.
• Scheduling Actively communicate with Operations Team to Schedule crews a minimum of 2 weeks out Daily and weekly coordination with production manager to fine tune schedule Changes/delays/concerns to schedule need to be communicated to production manager no later than 1pm daily Every job should be visited prior to crew arrival. (Remote job site managers will need to submit pictures of current conditions to irrigation manager and production manager) Review schedule and job sequencing with Lighting Manager. Pull pipes, mark sleeves, run wires as needed Manager is responsible for the logistics of “splitting” crew as needed Manager is required to allocate his time appropriately to fulfill all responsibilities
• Installation Responsible for proper installation of irrigation design, making “in-field” adjustments as necessary Installations must meet all state and federal standards Coordinate with project plumber for proper backflow connection Ensure all materials and equipment are procured and delivered to site prior to starting job Ensure crew and all crew members are productive and hours are within budget and captured in Aspire Reporting projected hours (over/under) to PM and Production Manager during construction
• As-Builts Accurate as-builts and zone charts are required to be submitted to PM and Maintenance Team no later than 1 week of completion As-builts should be completed in Adobe, Cad, Blue Beam, etc. As-builts and zone charts to be provided to Account Manager and a site walk through is required
• Handoff / Service / Follow up Ensure proper system walkthrough and delivery to maintenance team upon conversion to Account Manager Systems should be checked periodically, communicating with Account Managers, Project Managers, Production Managers to ensure the clock is programed as needed for a successful landscape
• Safety: Enforce RP Marzilli’s Safety Program and maintain a Clean Job Site. Promote a climate that emphasizes the importance of complying with all safety measures and requirements. Proper use of PPE (Safety Glass, Ear Protection, Hard Hats, Gloves, Hi Vis Clothing). Daily clean-up to prevent hazards and injuries. Ensure all equipment is operated, maintained, and cleaned per best practices. Confirm all personnel using any equipment are properly trained, supervised, and certified if required. Understand RP Marzilli’s reporting protocols and report accidents as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant design, installation and repair of complex irrigations systems
• Working knowledge of industry best practices, system design and calculations
• Demonstrated experience managing and building crews to install complex systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to use company software, Aspire, Smartsheet and Hydrawise
• Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project)
• Ability to break down landscape construction operations into a logical sequence of activities
• Ability to professionally communicate the basis for individual work product within a highly stressed environment
• Ability and willingness to abide by policies daily
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills mandatory
• High attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Physical Requirements

Strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work in all weather conditions. Physical agility required to access all areas of properties and construction sites. Assist in manual labor and lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Lift and place materials weighing up to pounds many times per day.

Pay Transparency

Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.

Position Range

$95,000 - $105,000

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin. If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way.

Equal Opportunity

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Frank Mariani had a vision. As the leader of one of the nation’s largest and most respected landscaping companies, he had come across many like-minded businesses in his travels. These companies shared similar ambitions, values and challenges. He asked himself if it would be possible to create the ultimate industry peer group to help each of these companies become even better at servicing clients, creating opportunities for their associates and building a more secure future for all. Thus, the Mariani Premier Group was born.