Landscape Account Manager/Project Manager

Job description:

1. Position Description: The Landscape Account Manager (AM)/Project Manager (PM) must be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of landscaping and/or hardscaping to include: customer service, estimating, production, etc. The AM/PM oversees the maintaining of accounts/projects on a daily basis while interfacing with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. The AM/PM must also interface with the, The Valluzzi Group, LLC’s Maintenance and Construction Supervisors and Accounting personnel.

2. Reports To: The AM/PM reports directly to the CEO of the company and works with Field Supervisors and Office Manager.

3. Skill Set and Education: The AM/PM must possess the following skill set and educational background.

A. Minimum of five years’ experience in the green industry and/or construction industry.
B. A valid driver’s license and be insurable on company’s insurance policy.
C. Proficient in both oral and written communications.
D. Proficient in QuickBooks, MS Word and MS Excel.
E. Able to present the company in a courteous and professional manner

F. Bilingual is Spanish is preferred.

4. Responsibilities:

A. Manage and coordinate masonry projects and enhancement jobs.

B. Find and Sell enhancement jobs and services, such as fine gardening packages, annual flower programs, Shrub Fertilizer programs, handyman services, trimming shrubs, mulching, etc..
C. Interfaces with client and ensures that all clients concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner.
D. Responsible for enhancement jobs and construction projects, making sure crews perform tasks as contracted with clients and making sure all is completed professionally and accurately.
E. Continually informs and updates clients as to account/project status.

F. Assist in the development of new business/accounts and prepare bids for the same for owners to review.
G. Reviews all bids with owner for accuracy and marketability.
H. Ensures that vendor pricing is competitive and accurate.
I. Ensures that accounts/projects are scheduled and maintained properly.
J. Ensures that accounts/projects are at or under budget.
K. Identifies enhancements needed on accounts/projects and coordinates with client, TVG owner and production staff.
L. Processes all change orders and ensures they are priced and processed correctly.
M. Interfaces with subcontractors used on the account to ensure timely and accurate completion of their work.
N. Interfaces with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of plants and materials.
O. Interfaces with company crew members to ensure job specification and clients expectations are met and that account is on budget.
P. Ensures that company production standards are met.
Q. Ensures that all safety procedures are followed and reports any unsafe conditions to supervisors and owners.
R. Ensures that equipment is operated in a safe and proper manner.
S. Evaluates equipment utilization and makes recommendation for future purchases.
T. Ensures that vendor invoice pricing is accurate.
U. Ensures that job cost reports are properly analyzed and disseminated.
V. Assists in the development and implementation of the company’s strategic, annual budget goals, business development plan, training goals, and marketing plan.

5. Salary: $30-50 per hour (depending on experience/qualifications). One Week (5 days) Paid Vacation. 5 Sick Days Paid. Paid Holidays for Memorial, 4th of July, Labor Day and Thanksgiving. 401k plan available.

6. Hours of work: Monday-Friday 7:30-4p. If appointments need to be made, they should be made between these hours but occasionally you may need to stay late or work more hours (ie Saturday mornings) to meet clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in the green industry (landscaping) or construction?
• Do you live within 30 minutes of Westfield, NJ?

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person