Landscape Operations Manager - Field & Installations

Green Garden Landscaping; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company car

Company parties

Help or transport service

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Green Garden Landscaping, a Seattle‑based landscape company, seeks a Production Manager to lead daily operations for maintenance and installation projects. You will guide field crews, translate client scopes into actionable plans, and report progress and resource needs to management.

The role bridges office planning and field execution, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery while maintaining client satisfaction and strong team performance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in landscape maintenance and/or landscape construction, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or crew‑lead role.
• Working knowledge of softscape and hardscape practices: plant health, plant material, irrigation systems, turf care, grading, and installation of paver patios, retaining walls, and planting beds.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple crews and job sites simultaneously in a fast‑paced, seasonal environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; comfortable managing schedules, budgets, and client‑facing conversations.
• Valid WA driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to operate or oversee operation of trucks, trailers, and standard landscape equipment.
• Pesticide/herbicide applicator license (WSDA) preferred, or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Proficiency with basic scheduling/job‑costing software (e.g., LMN, Aspire, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and supervise daily operations across enhancement, installation/construction, and irrigation projects, including crew assignments, equipment, and materials.
• Review scopes, plans, and takeoffs before mobilization so crews understand the work order, materials list, and site‑specific requirements.
• Direct field crews and crew leads daily with clear priorities, on‑site quality control, and hands‑on problem solving.
• Conduct regular site visits and quality inspections across maintenance and installation work; correct deficiencies before client walkthroughs.
• Manage equipment and vehicle fleet readiness, including maintenance, repairs, and proper use across crews.
• Review and approve crew timesheets, material usage, and job costing data for accurate reporting to operations and accounting.
• Track job progress against budgeted hours and timelines; assess labor efficiency and material purchases to keep jobs on budget.
• Flag scope changes, delays, or cost overruns to management promptly.
• Serve as the primary field point of contact for clients during active installation projects, communicating progress and resolving on‑site concerns.
• Coordinate with account management, design, sales, and leadership on site issues, project handoffs, and consistent service delivery on existing accounts.
• Use company software to keep job records, schedules, and notes current so handoffs between production and operations are clean and nothing is passed along verbally.
• Recruit, train, and mentor crew leads and field staff; build a culture of accountability, safety, and craftsmanship.
• Conduct field performance reviews, identify growth paths for crew leads and field staff, and build improvement plans where performance falls short.
• Flexibility during peak season (spring through fall) for extended hours.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Scheduling & budgeting

Client communication

Safety & quality control

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

LMN software

Aspire software

Job description

Green Garden Landscaping, a Seattle‑based landscape company, seeks a Production Manager to lead daily operations for maintenance and installation projects. You will guide field crews, translate client scopes into actionable plans, and report progress and resource needs to management.

The role bridges office planning and field execution, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery while maintaining client satisfaction and strong team performance.