Landscape Account Manager

DCPS; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flex/Unlimited PTO

Company vehicle or mileage

Job summary

DCPS is seeking an Account Manager to serve as the primary liaison between commercial landscape maintenance clients and DCPS Landscape Operations. You will ensure client expectations are met through proactive communication and coordination of maintenance, irrigation, chemical, and tree care services across accounts.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a Colorado-specific plant knowledge base.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience as a Landscape Account Manager.
• Working knowledge of landscaping including mowing, pruning, chemicals, annuals, tree/plant health, irrigation, enhancements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Horticultural education or equivalent experience preferred
• Proficiency in plant identification for materials grown in Colorado climate
• Ability to work collaboratively with strong interpersonal communication
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Bidding and estimating experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform routine property walks and generate detailed reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts and resolve client issues.
• Communicate service schedules and timelines to clients regularly.
• Monitor quality of work to ensure alignment with DCPS standards.
• Present work orders for client approval and coordinate execution with internal teams.
• Collaborate with landscape divisions to address service needs and client concerns.
• Respond promptly to urgent service requests.
• Identify and sell landscape enhancements to existing clients.
• Assist in estimating maintenance and enhancement services.
• Prepare and present proposals for client review.
• Support snow operations during winter months as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excellent oral and written comms

Plant identification

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Bidding and estimating

Education

Horticultural education or equivalent experience

Tools

None

Job description

Position Summary

An Account Manager with DCPS serves as the primary liaison between commercial landscape maintenance clients and DCPS Landscape Operations. This individual is responsible for ensuring client expectations are met through consistent service delivery, proactive communication, and effective coordination of maintenance, irrigation, chemical, and tree care services across a portfolio of accounts.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience as a Landscape Account Manager
• Working knowledge of all aspects of landscaping including mowing, pruning, chemicals, annuals, tree and plant health, irrigation, and enhancements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Horticultural education or equivalent experience preferred
• Proficiency in plant identification for materials grown in the Colorado climate
• Ability to work collaboratively with strong interpersonal communication
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to multi‑task and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Bidding and estimating experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine property walks and generate detailed reports
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts and resolve client issues
• Communicate service schedules and timelines to clients regularly
• Monitor quality of work to ensure alignment with DCPS standards
• Present work orders for client approval and coordinate execution with internal teams
• Collaborate with landscape divisions to address service needs and client concerns
• Respond promptly to urgent service requests
• Identify and sell landscape enhancements to existing clients
• Assist in estimating maintenance and enhancement services
• Prepare and present proposals for client review
• Support snow operations during winter months as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk properties for extended periods of time across varying terrain
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation

Work Environment

This role requires regular travel to client sites and outdoor work in varying environmental conditions. Exposure to noise, dust, and typical landscaping conditions should be expected. Work hours may vary based on seasonal demands, including occasional extended hours during peak seasons or snow events.

Compensation

• Salary: $70,000 – $100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid short‑term disability
• Paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flex/Unlimited PTO
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (position dependent)

Additional Information

This position requires the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and travel between job sites. Employment with DCPS is at‑will and may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.