SENIOR GROUNDS OPERATIONS MANAGER- TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- COLLEGE STATION, TX

Compass Group USA; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Personal Leave

Job summary

SSC Services for Education in College Station, TX, is seeking a Senior Grounds Operations Manager for a large‑scale, high‑volume university grounds operation. You will oversee day‑to‑day performance, resource allocation, workflow execution, and uphold standards across diverse service areas, coordinating multiple teams without direct supervisory responsibility.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on operational leadership, strong organizational skills, and proven experience in budgeting, CMMS usage,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, turfgrass, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive green industry experience with leadership.
• Experience managing large teams and complex operations.
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, turf, and irrigation systems.
• Financial management experience including budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience with CMMS systems and reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage overall grounds operations across assigned areas.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive performance and service consistency.
• Oversee daily operations and workforce productivity.
• Assist in managing budgets, forecasting, and cost control initiatives.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to quality, safety, and service delivery.
• Coach and develop management and supervisory staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards.
• Manage vendor set up, performance, and contracts.
• Leverage CMMS and reporting tools for operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Support long‑term planning and seasonal readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

CMMS reporting

Communication

Horticulture knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Turfgrass, Landscape Management, Landscape Architecture, or related field

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

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SENIOR GROUNDS OPERATIONS MANAGER- TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- COLLEGE STATION, TX

Position Title:SENIOR GROUNDS OPERATIONS MANAGER- TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- COLLEGE STATION, TX

SSC Services for Educationis known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.

SSC Services for Education isa Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

Job Summary

The Operations Manager for the Grounds Department will oversee the day‑to‑day operational performance of a large‑scale, high‑volume grounds organization. This role ensures that service delivery, resource allocation, workflow execution, and operational standards meet departmental expectations across a diverse and complex portfolio. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on operational expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate work across multiple teams and service areas without direct supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Turfgrass, Landscape Management, Landscape Architecture, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in the green industry with leadership responsibility
• Experience managing large teams and complex operations
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, turf, and irrigation systems
• Financial management experience including budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with CMMS systems and reporting tools
• Strong leadership and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with CMMS systems and reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage overall grounds operations across assigned areas
• Develop and execute operational strategies to drive performance and service consistency
• Oversee daily operations and workforce productivity
• Assist in managing and developing budgets, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to quality, safety, and service delivery
• Coach and develop management and supervisory staff
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards
• Manage vendor set up, performance, and contracts
• Leverage CMMS and reporting tools for operational decision-making
• Collaborate with clients to ensure alignment and satisfaction
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiencies
• Support long‑term planning and seasonal readiness

Associates at SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.