Senior Grounds Maintenance Manager - Federal Contract

PRIDE Industries; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries in Fairfield, CA is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Manager to plan, direct and coordinate grounds maintenance services under a federal contract. You will oversee landscaping, roads and parking areas across multiple facilities, ensuring safety and pristine grounds while meeting contract terms.

The role requires at least five years in landscaping with three years in supervision, knowledge of herbicides and pest management, and strong leadership, budgeting and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and irrigation experience, including at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and/or physical challenges, preferred.
• Technical courses in horticulture and agriculture preferred.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance, design and cost estimating; full understanding of landscaping materials, chemicals and as-builds/maps.
• Knowledge of safe operation of landscaping equipment such as front loaders, backhoes, forklifts, trenchers, and mowers.
• Familiarity with contract terms, conditions and SOW, and ability to apply to work managed.
• Knowledge of planning, purchasing, and project management.
• Knowledge of Cal OSHA and OSHA occupational safety regulations.
• Supervisory skills to hire qualified employees, provide for development, manage performance and discipline.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to present to senior management, customers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, direct, and manage staff in landscape maintenance and projects at customer locations; estimate costs and develop budgets.
• Identify personnel requirements; set priorities, schedule tasks, and ensure adherence to procedures and safety.
• Supervise employees; develop a motivated team and review performance.
• Manage the grounds maintenance contract and ensure compliance; maintain communication with contract personnel.
• Oversee purchase and maintenance of vehicles, equipment and supplies; coordinate budgets.
• Develop and implement a Pest Management program including IPM practices; coordinate with federal representatives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Customer service

Landscaping knowledge

OSHA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database

Presentation software

Job description

PRIDE Industries in Fairfield, CA is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Manager to plan, direct and coordinate grounds maintenance services under a federal contract. You will oversee landscaping, roads and parking areas across multiple facilities, ensuring safety and pristine grounds while meeting contract terms.

The role requires at least five years in landscaping with three years in supervision, knowledge of herbicides and pest management, and strong leadership, budgeting and vendor management.