Manager, Landscape ($86,200 - $119,200)

Irvine Company Apartments; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 89,400 - 113,200; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Company Apartments is looking for a Manager, Landscape to serve as a strategic steward for their outdoor assets. This role focuses on preserving design intent and ensuring operational excellence. Responsibilities include managing contractors, conducting site inspections, and balancing financial performance while maintaining high standards.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in landscape management, possess strong communication skills, and hold an ISA certification. Compensation ranges from $89,400 to $113,200.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in multi-family and commercial landscapes.
• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist required.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly site inspections to ensure maintenance and contract compliance.
• Manage financial performance and optimize portfolio spend through data-driven strategies.
• Coordinate budgeting and execution of landscape capital projects.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficient in Coupa, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and SAP

Proficiency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)

Job description

The Manager, Landscape will serve as a strategic steward of the Irvine Company’s outdoor assets, accountable for preserving the design intent of the Landscape Architect while ensuring all operations align with brand standards. The Manager will protect the portfolio through rigorous site inspections and the management of multiple specialized contractors to ensure premium quality. The Manager will also balance financial performance with horticultural excellence to ensure all communities remain the benchmark for luxury living.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute critical maintenance, including tree trimming, plant replacements, and irrigation repairs, by conducting mandatory monthly on-site inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and budget.
• Manage financial performance and the bid process by specifying technical requirements, negotiating contract terms, and implementing data‑driven strategies to optimize the annual portfolio spend.
• Facilitate the seamless transition of new communities from construction to property management by partnering with Development, Architects, and the Reinvestment team to protect original design intent.
• Coordinate the budgeting and execution of landscape capital projects to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Manage a premier pool of 25+ highly qualified specialized contractors by monitoring quality and ensuring contract compliance, providing technical consultation, conducting monthly site inspections, and keeping all stakeholders informed.
• Track and manage total landscape water allocations and usage by identifying excessive consumption and recovering penalty costs resulting from contractor negligence.
• Identify and correct site deficiencies, including water intrusion, safety hazards, and pest outbreaks, by developing and executing targeted action plans to maintain brand standards. Ensure all communities are clean, safe, and functional.

Additional Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills; proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
• Proficient in the use of Coupa, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) to manage data, track workflows, and collaborate on team projects.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Years of Relevant Work Experience

• 5+ years
• Multi‑family and commercial landscape experience

Additional Requirements

• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist
• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting objects of up to 20 pounds
• Must be willing to travel locally and regionally to conduct business with occasional travel within California.
• Valid California driver’s license; Maintain continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law. (This role requires the regular and frequent operation of a vehicle, as defined in the Company’s MVR policy, and is part of the essential duties of this position.)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings as the business requires.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $89,400.00 - $113,200.00