Landscape Manager

Responsible for the oversight of all Estate landscaping, including the oversight of additional family and commercial business properties owned by the Estate Owners. * Meet with the Estate Owners and Estate Manager to discuss their requirements, plans, and any upcoming projects. * Collaborate with Estate Owners and designers to plan, create, and maintain outdoor spaces; select appropriate plants, trees, and shrubs based on climate and aesthetics; ensure good grass/turf practices, mowing, etc. * Hire, train, and supervise landscaping crews or contractors; schedule and oversee daily work activities, project installations, and maintenance. * Schedule and oversee regular, periodic, and seasonal maintenance and care of all properties; schedule and implement regular maintenance tasks such as pruning, irrigation, pest control, and coordinate lawn, pool, fountain, and lighting care, including sourcing vendors and ensuring best pricing. * Develop and manage project budgets, purchase materials, and allocate resources like staff, equipment, and chemicals. * Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the electrical lighting aspects of the landscapes. * Focus on equipment management by maintaining and repairing landscaping equipment to ensure it is in good working order and/or maintained by contractors. * Handle landscaping construction, renovations, and ad-hoc projects as requested; including mapping out the projects, understanding the needed work and scope, and obtaining vendor bids to provide recommendations for the Owners' approval. * Point of contact for contractors and external service providers and oversee all landscaping work performed on properties from start to finish. * Prepare and maintain landscaping budgets for Estate Owners' approval; review, approve, and route invoices to Owners for payment related to ongoing management and maintenance of properties. * Assist in managing and scheduling all landscaping staff; enforce established employee procedures, standards of appearance, work ethic, and appropriate behavior. * Crosstrain crew members; address employee issues and coach, counsel, and discipline as appropriate for improved performance. * A self-starter who maintains operations and maintenance files, updated vendor lists, property inspections, and project status' updates. "Hands-On" activities will be frequently needed. * Observe and monitor employees and equipment to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards. * Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task; properly follow all Company policies and OSHA/EPA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. * Perform projects and other duties as assigned. * Responsible for the oversight of all Estate landscaping, including the oversight of additional family and commercial business...