Landscape Maintenance Area Manager: Lead, Grow, Profit

Ruppert Landscape Maintenance; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance + FSA

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Hands-on learning and career growth

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking an Area Manager to lead a portfolio of commercial landscape maintenance accounts. You will drive operational excellence, manage finances, motivate field and support teams, and cultivate strong client relationships to ensure quality service and profitability.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, safety-first leadership, and ongoing opportunities for growth across multiple branches in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agribusiness, horticulture, business management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in customer service and team or project management within a related industry.
• Strong understanding of financial and operational management principles, including P&L analysis, budgeting, forecasting, job costing, estimating, proposal preparation, and contract management.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop and motivate teams, foster accountability and collaboration, and build strong customer relationships through excellent service.
• Strong organizational, planning, problem-solving, and time management abilities.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record over the past three years (Required).
• Working knowledge of landscape maintenance operations, horticultural practices, irrigation systems, and landscape equipment operation and maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operational and financial performance of a portfolio of landscape maintenance accounts, with accountability for revenue growth, profitability, and achievement of targeted gross profit margins.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and lead high-performing teams that support operational excellence, employee engagement, and company growth.
• Analyze financial and operational performance, including P&L statements, job costing, labor efficiency, and forecasting, to drive informed business decisions and improve profitability.
• Identify, estimate, and pursue new business opportunities within assigned markets or accounts.
• Identify and propose landscape enhancement opportunities to drive additional revenue and improve existing clients’ properties.
• Prepare accurate estimates, proposals, and contracts for maintenance services and enhancement work.
• Develop and execute landscape management plans tailored to site conditions, client expectations, and sustainability objectives.
• Manage production schedules and oversee crew performance to ensure alignment with labor budgets and project timelines, optimizing productivity and resource allocation.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while cultivating and maintaining long-term client relationships built on trust and reliability.
• Ensure landscape equipment and assets are properly maintained and operated in accordance with company standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Team management

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Safety culture

Financial oversight

Budgeting

P&L analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in agribusiness, horticulture, business management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is seeking an Area Manager to lead a portfolio of commercial landscape maintenance accounts. You will drive operational excellence, manage finances, motivate field and support teams, and cultivate strong client relationships to ensure quality service and profitability.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, safety-first leadership, and ongoing opportunities for growth across multiple branches in the region.