Landscape Operations Manager

• Operational Oversight & Coordination: Ensure smooth collaboration across design, installation, and maintenance teams. Support department leads by reviewing project timelines, work orders, and progress reports; help translate plans and construction documents into actionable schedules. Continuously evaluate workflows, job costing, and best practices to maximize efficiency in landscape construction and garden maintenance operations.
• Scheduling & Resource Management: Own scheduling for the maintenance department and assist with installation timelines when projects overlap. Balance labor hours, crew assignments, vehicles, equipment, and materials across multiple jobs to ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
• Finance & Performance Tracking: Partner with bookkeeping to review financial reports, budgets, and job cost analyses. Develop and track KPIs for labor efficiency, profitability, and client retention, providing leadership with visibility into operational health.
• Staffing & HR Alignment: Support department leads with recruiting, onboarding, and training for crew members, foremen, and managers. Maintain alignment with HR procedures for payroll, compliance, safety, and performance documentation, ensuring a professional and safe work environment.
• Communication & Meetings: Lead weekly operations meetings to align priorities across departments. Provide regular updates to leadership and maintain open communication with team leads to identify risks and opportunities before they escalate.
• Quality, Safety & Client Support: Uphold landscape construction standards, horticultural best practices, and OSHA-compliant safety protocols. Conduct site visits and audits to ensure quality workmanship, sustainable practices, and adherence to project specifications. Assist with client escalations when needed, while empowering department leads to be primary client contacts.
• Equipment & Fleet Management: Oversee care and maintenance of company vehicles, trailers, tools, and irrigation equipment. Track service schedules, repairs, and replacements to minimize downtime and keep crews field-ready.
• Drive between project sites and supply vendors (valid driver’s license required).

Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years in landscaping, horticulture, or construction-related industries, with 3–5 years in operations or leadership roles.
• Skills: Strong background in scheduling, budgeting, HR compliance, and cross-team coordination. Able to interpret project and financial reports and turn insights into action.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with horticulture, irrigation, soils, and landscape installation best practices. Understanding of safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Leadership: Excellent communicator and motivator, skilled at building accountability across teams. Comfortable handling client escalations while supporting department leads.
• Tools: Proficiency with spreadsheets, scheduling software, and Google Workspace.
• Valid driver’s license & proof of insurance.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to perform manual work, lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions

Fair Chance Statement
Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:

• Provide a written individualized assessment,
• Include a copy of the background check, and
• Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.

A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact employment@farmscapegardens.com.

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