Regional Commercial Landscape Irrigation Manager

Sperber Landscape Companies; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship

Weekly pay

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Sperber Landscape Companies is seeking a Regional Irrigation Manager to lead irrigation operations, water conservation initiatives, and training across the Northwest region. You will work with branch leadership and sales teams to grow revenue and improve efficiency, while guiding technical staff and ensuring project success.

The role requires strong irrigation expertise, leadership, and a capability to present to clients and management groups.

Qualifications

• 5+ years irrigation management and leadership experience.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Deep knowledge of smart irrigation systems and two-wire controllers.

Responsibilities

• Lead irrigation operations and water conservation initiatives across Northwest partner companies.
• Conduct audits, site assessments, and budget tracking for water usage.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce water use while maintaining landscape quality.
• Drive sales growth through irrigation upgrades, renovations, and services.
• Provide training and technical leadership to technicians, foremen, and account managers.
• Travel up to 50% to support branches in multiple states.

Skills

Irrigation leadership

Water management

Bilingual EN/ES

Training & coaching

Client relationships

Tools

Weathermatic

ETwater

WeatherTRAK

Rain Bird IQ

Calsense

Job description

Northwest Region

(50% Travel Role Covering Northern California, Portland Oregon, Seattle Washington, Nampa Idaho)

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING This position leads a regional irrigation team supporting 11 branches.

Brief Description

Regional Irrigation Manager

Job Purpose

The Regional Irrigation Manager works closely with the Director of Water Conservation to lead irrigation operations, water management initiatives, sales growth, and training programs across multiple partner companies throughout the Northwest region.

This role serves as the organization's irrigation subject matter expert, helping branches improve water efficiency, reduce consumption, increase irrigation-related revenue, and deliver exceptional service to clients.

The Regional Irrigation Manager partners with branch leadership, account managers, and field teams to implement irrigation best practices, drive business development efforts, and ensure successful execution of irrigation enhancements, upgrades, and renovation projects.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical irrigation expertise with leadership, training, and sales capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Irrigation Operations & Water Conservation

• Conduct irrigation audits, inspections, and site assessments to identify opportunities for water conservation and system improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies that reduce water usage while maintaining landscape quality and client satisfaction.
• Perform irrigation evaluations and recommend repairs, upgrades, renovations, and enhancement opportunities.
• Assist branches in developing, monitoring, and updating water budgets that track water consumption and savings.
• Support the irrigation startup process for all newly acquired maintenance properties.
• Ensure newly onboarded properties are operating within established water budgets within the first 90 days.

Business Development & Sales Growth

• Identify and develop revenue opportunities through irrigation enhancements, renovations, upgrades, and water management services.
• Assist operations and sales teams in closing maintenance opportunities by providing irrigation expertise and consultative support.
• Build relationships with property managers, HOAs, municipalities, commercial clients, and industry partners.
• Deliver presentations to management companies, boards of directors, and industry groups to promote water conservation and irrigation services.
• Stay informed on manufacturer programs, water district incentives, utility rebates, and government conservation initiatives that create value for clients.

Training & Team Development

• Serve as the irrigation technical resource for all Northwest partner companies (Cagwin & Dorward in Northern California, Crystal Greens in Portland/Vancouver area, Seattle area and Treasure Valley area of Idaho).
• Develop and deliver irrigation training programs for technicians, foremen, account managers, branch managers, and operations leaders.
• Train employees on smart controller technologies, water management systems, and irrigation best practices.
• Recruit, hire, develop, and mentor irrigation technicians throughout the region.
• Ensure each branch maintains a properly trained and certified irrigation workforce capable of delivering high-quality service.

Leadership & Regional Support

• Partner with branch leadership to establish irrigation standards and best practices across the organization.
• Provide troubleshooting support for complex irrigation systems and water management challenges.
• Assist with evaluating irrigation-related opportunities for acquisitions, new business pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Track and report regional irrigation performance, water savings, training progress, and sales results.

Key Performance Indicators

Success In This Role Will Be Measured By

• Achievement of annual irrigation sales goals.
• Revenue generated through irrigation enhancements, renovations, upgrades.
• Water savings achieved across managed properties.
• Successful entry into new markets and client segments.
• Completion of irrigation startup and transition plans for new accounts.
• Properties achieving water budget targets within 90 days of contract startup.
• Successful recruitment, training, and retention of irrigation technicians.
• Training participation and certification completion rates throughout the region.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of irrigation management and leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of smart irrigation systems including:
  • Weathermatic
  • ETwater
  • WeatherTRAK
  • RainMaster
  • Baseline
  • Calsense
  • Rain Bird IQ
  • Hunter Centralus/Hydrawise
• Advanced knowledge of two-wire irrigation systems including controllers, decoders, grounding, wiring, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of irrigation principles, system hydraulics, design concepts, and water management strategies.
• Ability to train and present technical information to field employees, managers, and clients.
• Fluent communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.

Preferred

• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)
• Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC)
• Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT)
• Certified Landscape Water Manager (CLWM)
• Landscape industry experience managing multiple regions or branches.
• Sales and business development experience related to irrigation and water management services.

Work Environment

This position combines office, field, and client-facing responsibilities. Regular travel throughout the Northwest region is required.

The Role Includes

• Early morning site meetings.
• Evening board and client presentations.
• Extended periods of driving between branch locations.
• Walking properties and inspecting irrigation systems in various weather conditions.
• Standing, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers, tablets, mobile devices, and related technology.

Summary

COMPANY PERKS!

• Training and ongoing support and mentorship.
• Get paid weekly!
• 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Vacation