Junior Landscape Project Manager in Training

Hittle-Landscaping; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hittle-Landscaping in Indiana is seeking an entry‑level landscape project coordinator to support field execution and irrigation installations across production communities. Under the Senior PM, you will verify lot readiness, track progress, maintain records, and close punch‑list items, developing skills toward a future Project Manager role.

You will read plans, coordinate with crews and the scheduler, document quality checks, and ensure safety and timely updates to builders and the billing team.

Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in construction management, landscape architecture, horticulture, or related field; 0–2 years field coordination experience.
• Ability to read construction and landscape plans and maintain accurate records.
• Clear communication with customers and field crews; escalate issues when needed.

Responsibilities

• Visit communities to verify lot readiness, access, scope, materials, and prerequisites.
• Coordinate daily work with crews and scheduler; report readiness changes.
• Maintain lot-status updates and report to builders within delegated authority.
• Read plans, verify quantities, and flag discrepancies or extras with Senior PM.
• Perform installation quality checks and document completion, photos, and punch-list items.
• Track labor and material usage; flag budget variances or incorrect coding.
• Own punch-list and warranty follow-up for assigned lots with clear owners and dates.
• Support irrigation coordination and documented watering or establishment responsibilities.
• Prepare accurate project records for Senior PM and billing team.
• Reinforce site safety expectations and address unsafe conditions immediately.

Skills

Plans reading

Coordination

Communication

Office software

Education

Construction management / landscape-related degree or coursework

Tools

Aspire

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hittle-Landscaping in Indiana is seeking an entry‑level landscape project coordinator to support field execution and irrigation installations across production communities. Under the Senior PM, you will verify lot readiness, track progress, maintain records, and close punch‑list items, developing skills toward a future Project Manager role.

You will read plans, coordinate with crews and the scheduler, document quality checks, and ensure safety and timely updates to builders and the billing team.