Senior Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's Facilities Management Landscape Services is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Supervisor to lead a designated maintenance zone, overseeing day-to-day crew activities, inspecting work, and coordinating assignments to meet the Landscape Management Plan.

Based in Charlottesville, VA, this on-site role requires strong communication, OSHA safety awareness, and the ability to manage labor, materials, and equipment costs while ensuring safe, healthy, and sustainable grounds.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Four years of landscaping or supervisory experience.
• Licensure/Certifications: VA driver's license and OSHA training.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Grounds, prioritize tasks, assign work to crews, and provide feedback.
• Plan and oversee HR functions, including hiring and performance evaluations.
• Estimate labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Maintain workplace safety, ensure compliance with policies, and participate in OSHA programs.
• Record and track work using computer and mobile applications.
• Manage landscape maintenance operations, including weed control, leaf/debris removal, pruning, storm water, mulching, watering, etc
• Supervise 6 – 10 staff members to ensure healthy, well-maintained, safe landscapes
• Oversee contracted landscape maintenance services
• Coordinate snow and ice removal efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Organization

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid VA driver's license

Job description

The University of Virginia's Facilities Management Landscape Services is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Supervisor to lead a designated maintenance zone, overseeing day-to-day crew activities, inspecting work, and coordinating assignments to meet the Landscape Management Plan.

Based in Charlottesville, VA, this on-site role requires strong communication, OSHA safety awareness, and the ability to manage labor, materials, and equipment costs while ensuring safe, healthy, and sustainable grounds.