LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

DabneyCollins; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dabney Collins, a distinguished residential landscape design and installation firm, is seeking a Landscape Construction Project Manager to lead field teams and uphold craftsmanship in Pendleton, SC. You will guide project delivery from mobilization through closeout, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The role requires directing 1–4 crews, coordinating with design and estimating, and mentoring staff to achieve peak performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape and construction project management experience.
• Ability to multitask and manage 1–4 crews in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with power tools, small engine equipment, and heavy equipment safety.
• Strong knowledge of landscape construction materials and techniques.
• Experience installing irrigation and drainage systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across teams and clients.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct field leadership and technical oversight on assigned projects.
• Ensure project profitability while upholding quality and client satisfaction.
• Conduct on-site assessments to evaluate progress, quality, and safety.
• Develop project strategies, schedules, and work plans.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specs to guide field execution.
• Manage field operations from mobilization to closeout.
• Plan labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors for each project.
• Supervise 1–4 crews and ensure efficient resource use.
• Maintain safety and construction best practices; resolve field challenges.
• Build strong client relationships and act as primary contact during construction.

Skills

Project management

Crew supervision

Reading blueprints

Irrigation & drainage

Safety and compliance

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

Dabney Collins is a distinguished residential landscape design and installation firm dedicated to creating enduring, beautiful outdoor spaces tailored to each client’s vision and needs. Located in Pendleton, South Carolina, we have proudly served Upstate South Carolina for decades, guiding clients through every step of the design-build process from initial concept to final construction. We create landscapes that are as functional as they are elegant, offering outdoor environments that enrich our clients’ lives for generations.

OUR CORE VALUES

Who we are and how we do our work:

• Client & Quality Centered
• Direct Engagement
• Accountable & Responsible
• Integrity & Transparency

ABOUT THE ROLE

To support our continued growth and uphold our standards of craftsmanship and service, Dabney Collins is seeking an experienced Landscape Construction Project Manager. This role will provide field leadership, ensure high-quality project delivery, and mentor team members to achieve optimal performance and professional development.

PROJECT EXECUTION

• Provide direct field leadership and technical oversight on assigned projects.
• Ensure project profitability while maintaining company quality standards and client satisfaction.
• Conduct comprehensive on-site project assessments to evaluate progress, quality, and safety.
• Develop and implement project-specific strategies, schedules, and work plans.
• Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to guide field execution.

ESTIMATING AND DESIGN SUPPORT

• Identify potential construction challenges early and communicate them to the design and estimating teams.
• Recommend cost-effective design modifications that preserve design intent and quality.
• Verify that all project costs are accurately reflected in estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Recognize and communicate any shortfalls or omissions in estimates related to materials or labor.

FIELD OPERATIONS

• Manage the construction and installation of assigned landscape projects from mobilization through closeout.
• Plan and allocate labor hours, materials, equipment, and subcontractors for each project.
• Supervise and schedule the day-to-day activities of one to four crews, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex field challenges in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure proper project sequencing and adherence to construction best practices for each project.
• Operate tools, small engine equipment, and heavy equipment when needed to support project delivery.
• Ensure all work activities are carried out in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner, following company safety standards.
• Communicate regularly with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal team members in a professional and courteous manner.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact throughout the construction phase.

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND BEST PRACTICES

• Maintain the highest level of workmanship and quality in every aspect of the project, from layout to final punch list.
• Implement and support continuous improvement processes in field operations and project delivery.
• Uphold the principle that quality is never sacrificed for speed or convenience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape and construction project management experience, preferably in residential design-build or landscape construction.
• Proven ability to multitask and manage 1–4 crews simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in operating power tools, small engine equipment, and heavy equipment safely and responsibly.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, masonry, hardscapes, and related landscape construction techniques.
• Ability to construct and oversee installation of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with clients.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

REPORTING, COMPENSATION, AND BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Additional benefits and incentives may be discussed during the interview process.

CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS

• Embody company core values and bring a passion for horticultural excellence, craftsmanship, and client experience to every property.