Landscape Construction Operations Leader

Livingston Associates; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and careerAdv

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Health and retirement benefits (if app

Job summary

Blake Miller Group in Rochester, NY is seeking an experienced Landscape Construction Operations Manager to oversee our landscape construction, maintenance, and turf services divisions. This leadership role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to high standards for our clients.

You will lead project managers and field crews, develop schedules, manage budgets, and maintain strong client relationships while driving efficiency and profitability across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of operations or project management in landscape construction.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of landscape construction methods, equipment, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee landscape construction, maintenance, and turf operations from planning through completion.
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Develop schedules, workflows, and processes to maximize efficiency.
• Monitor project performance and resolve operational challenges.
• Lead, mentor, and support project managers and field personnel.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching.
• Assist with recruiting and workforce planning.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, subcontractors across projects.
• Work with procurement to ensure resources availability.
• Monitor equipment utilization and maintenance.
• Serve as a key client contact throughout project.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure positive experience.
• Maintain quality standards and conduct site inspections.
• Promote safety-first culture and comply with regulations.
• Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and project costing.
• Track profitability and opportunities to improve margins.
• Support strategic planning and growth.

Skills

Operations management

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting & scheduling

Landscape construction knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Landscape management knowledge

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Blake Miller Group in Rochester, NY is seeking an experienced Landscape Construction Operations Manager to oversee our landscape construction, maintenance, and turf services divisions. This leadership role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to high standards for our clients.

You will lead project managers and field crews, develop schedules, manage budgets, and maintain strong client relationships while driving efficiency and profitability across multiple projects.