Senior Landscape Construction Lead – Onsite Delivery

Russell Landscape; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Russell Landscape, a growing Southeast landscape contractor, seeks an Enhancement Manager to lead commercial landscape construction projects from start to finish. You will oversee in-house crews and subcontractors, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time, on-budget delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial landscape construction, strong leadership, and the ability to read construction docs. OSHA cert and English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial landscape construction and leadership over multi-trade job sites.
• Ability to read and execute from blueprints and construction documentation.
• In-depth knowledge of landscape construction methods including hardscape, planting, concrete, and drainage.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors, field teams, production schedules, and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and confidence when dealing with GCs and high-level clients.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with jobsite reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR, and eligibility to work in the United States.
• OSHA certification (required) and bilingual ability (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle execution of commercial landscape construction projects from pre-construction planning to final punch lists.
• Read, interpret, and build from construction documents, blueprints, and site specifications.
• Manage and coordinate multiple trades: hardscape, softscape, grading, drainage, lighting, concrete, and irrigation.
• Supervise in-house enhancement crews and oversee subcontractors for quality, safety, and production.
• Monitor job progress, track costs, manage materials, and adjust schedules to meet milestones.
• Attend jobsite meetings and serve as the main point of contact with GCs, vendors, and clients.
• Collaborate with Branch and Irrigation Managers to optimize scheduling and resources.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a clean, compliant, and professional jobsite.

Job description

Description

At Russell Landscape, we don’t just build landscapes—we build long-term partnerships rooted in trust, quality, and results. As we continue to grow across the Southeast, we’re looking for a skilled and driven Enhancement Manager to lead commercial landscape construction projects from the ground up.

If you have deep experience in commercial landscaping, a command of construction logistics, and the leadership chops to guide crews and subcontractors through complex jobs—this is your opportunity to thrive in a role where your impact is visible and valued.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Enhancement Manager, you’ll act as a field superintendent overseeing commercial landscape construction projects from start to finish—ensuring each job is delivered on time, on budget, and up to Russell’s high standards.

• Lead the full-cycle execution of commercial landscape construction projects—from pre-construction planning to final punch lists
• Read, interpret, and build from construction documents, blueprints, and site specifications
• Manage and coordinate multiple trades: hardscape, softscape, grading, drainage, lighting, concrete, and irrigation
• Supervise multiple in-house enhancement crews and oversee subcontractors for quality, safety, and production
• Monitor job progress, track costs, manage materials, and adjust schedules to meet project milestones
• Attend jobsite meetings and serve as the main point of contact with General Contractors (GCs), vendors, and clients
• Collaborate with Branch and Irrigation Managers to ensure efficient scheduling and resource allocation
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a clean, compliant, and professional jobsite

What You Bring to the Table

• 5+ years of experience in commercial landscape construction, including leadership over multi-trade job sites
• Strong ability to read and execute from blueprints and construction documentation
• In-depth knowledge of landscape construction methods, including hardscape installation, planting, concrete work, and drainage
• Proven success managing subcontractors, field teams, production schedules, and safety protocols
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with GCs and high-level commercial clients
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with jobsite reporting tools
• A valid driver’s license, a clean motor vehicle record (MVR), and eligibility to work lawfully in the United States
• OSHA certification (required) and bilingual ability (English/Spanish) are a plus

Why Russell?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• A values-driven culture focused on teamwork, growth, and doing the right thing
• Opportunity to grow with one of the largest and most respected names in commercial landscaping