Landscape Manager

The Landscape Solar Manager will oversee vegetation management, grounds maintenance, and landscaping activities across utility-scale solar project sites. This role is responsible for ensuring vegetation control supports site safety, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance. Must hold a valid pesticide applicator license and have experience managing large-scale landscape operations in an energy or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage vegetation management plans for utility-scale solar sites, ensuring optimal ground coverage and panel performance.

• Oversee mowing, trimming, spraying, and herbicide application in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

• Maintain pesticide applicator license and ensure all pesticide and herbicide use follows environmental and safety guidelines.

• Supervise landscaping crews, contractors, and seasonal workers to maintain quality and efficiency.

• Coordinate schedules to align vegetation control with solar O&M and safety activities.

• Monitor and maintain records of pesticide usage, inventory, and application logs.

• Identify and address erosion control, drainage, and invasive species concerns.

• Ensure all work complies with safety protocols, including PPE use, hazard identification, and site access procedures.

• Work closely with Operations, Environmental, and Compliance teams to support performance, aesthetics, and sustainability goals.

• Prepare and manage budgets for landscaping and vegetation management activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in landscaping, horticulture, environmental science, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in landscaping, vegetation management, or grounds maintenance, preferably in energy, construction, or industrial environments.

• Valid pesticide applicator license NC required.

• Knowledge of integrated vegetation management (IVM) best practices.

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and contractors.

• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment and vehicles.

• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and environmental compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Lift, carry, and handle equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to travel to multiple solar project sites as needed.