Manager in Development

Yellowstone Landscape; Wauconda (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full group benefits package

401k with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Company provided work shirts and safety gear

Job summary

Yellowstone Landscape is seeking candidates for its Manager in Development program to cultivate future leaders in the landscaping industry. This position offers extensive hands-on training, mentorship, and significant opportunities for career advancement.

You will work closely with a mentor, learning essential management skills, engaging with teams, and driving operational excellence. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Certificates, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in relevant fields preferred.
• Strong work ethic and interest in learning the landscape management industry.
• Clean driving record and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor to develop management style.
• Participate in monthly Branch Management meetings.
• Assist with job setup and client interactions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Can-do attitude

Interest in landscape management

Education

Certificates, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Plant Science, Horticultural Sciences, Business

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and grow into a management role within the landscaping industry? We are seeking motivated individuals with a passion for outdoor work and a drive to lead, to join our Manager in Development program at Yellowstone Landscape. Our Manager in Development Program provides aspiring leaders with an array of experiences in the landscape industry including maintenance, construction, design, irrigation, fertilization, pest control and plant identification. This unique opportunity offers hands-on experience, comprehensive training, and mentorship from industry experts. As a Manager in Development, you'll learn the ins and outs of managing teams, overseeing projects, and driving operational excellence. If you're eager to develop your leadership skills and make a lasting impact, we want you on our team. This position puts you on the path for a management role.

Yellowstone Landscape is dedicated to excellence in commercial landscaping. As the largest privately-owned commercial landscaping company in the nation, we offer exciting career opportunities for Landscape Professionals across the United States. To learn more, please visit our website: www.yellowstonelandscape.com.

What You’ll Do

• Work with a mentor to help you develop your own management style
• Excel beyond what is taught in textbooks
• Work hands-on in the field with our crews
• Participate in monthly Branch Management meetings and review company financials
• Professional development opportunities—build your skills and confidence
  
  

What You’ll Learn

• How to interact and communicate effectively with clients
• Job setup, client setup, and crew assignments
• How to create proposals and assist with sales
• How we at Yellowstone operate in a safe manner
• Aspire and key company software
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Certificates, Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Plant Science, Horticultural Sciences, Business, or related preferred
• Interest in learning all aspects of the landscape management industry
• Can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Clean driving record
• Strong communication skills
  
  

Why Join Yellowstone?

• Competitive pay; paid weekly
• Full group benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, paid time off and holiday pay
• Industry leading safety programs
• Company provided work shirts and safety gear
• Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment
• High profile customers, worksites and landscape results
• Opportunity to advance within one of the industry’s fastest growing companies
• A company that values and appreciates YOU
  
  

Become part of the team dedicated to Excellence in Commercial Landscaping