Landscaping Operations Leader: Safety, Quality & Growth

The Lewis Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lewis Group is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the Operational Service Center and lead field staff ensuring safety, quality, and policy adherence. You will supervise field teams, manage costs, and coordinate with Project Management to align with client contracts.

In this role, you will maintain strong client relationships, conduct annual reviews, and spend substantial time in the field to monitor site safety and performance, while upholding core values of Safety, Integrity, and

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead a team of 4–6 direct reports.
• Prior managerial experience in environmental or general contracting.
• OSHA 40-hour and related safety training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR and background check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and 24-hour on-call availability.
• Strong commitment to Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead Field Supervisors in delivering Environmental Contracting Services in alignment with company standards.
• Foster and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company core values, OSHA regulations, and safety initiatives in coordination with the Director of Health and Safety.
• Provide consistent accountability, coaching, and immediate performance feedback to operational staff.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to ensure field staff meet established performance expectations.
• Manage controllable operating expenses—including labor, materials, and equipment—to maintain profitable operations.
• Partner with Project Management to define project scope and ensure execution aligns with client contracts.
• Model and reinforce the company’s core values: Safety, Integrity, Accountability, and Quality.
• Support the Operations Coordinator in onboarding new field employees, ensuring they understand job responsibilities, safety requirements, documentation processes, and on-call expectations.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for all Field Staff, providing balanced feedback and establishing goals and training plans for the upcoming year.
• Maintain strong client relationships by proactively addressing concerns and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Spend 30–50% of work time in the field to monitor job site safety and quality.
• Collaborate with the Waste Manager to ensure strict compliance with all regulations governing hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Lead and participate in monthly operations meetings to strengthen team leadership and communication.
• Take ownership of personal professional development to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety culture

Flexibility

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Lewis Group is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the Operational Service Center and lead field staff ensuring safety, quality, and policy adherence. You will supervise field teams, manage costs, and coordinate with Project Management to align with client contracts.

In this role, you will maintain strong client relationships, conduct annual reviews, and spend substantial time in the field to monitor site safety and performance, while upholding core values of Safety, Integrity, and