Our client is a Commercial Landscape Company that services office parks, business campuses, hospitals, and multifamily communities, working with national and regional property managers such as CBRE and Colliers. Expectations are high — properties are visible, flower-heavy, and detail-driven — and client relationships are long-term and contract-based.
Position Overview
The Production Manager is a critical, hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing all field operations and supporting the company’s next phase of growth. This position will work closely with Operations leadership while taking ownership of day-to-day field execution, crew training, scheduling, and workforce development.
This is a field-forward role, ideal for someone who enjoys being with crews, solving operational challenges, and building strong, disciplined teams — not sitting behind a desk all day.
This hire is immediate.
Crew & Operational Scope
The Production Manager will oversee approximately:
6 Maintenance (Mow) Crews
4 Landscape Enhancement Crews
2 Chemical Application Crews
2 Irrigation Crews
2 Bed Maintenance Crews
Seasonal staffing fluctuates from ~50 employees in peak season to ~20 in winter, supplemented by subcontractors during winter months.
The role will also support significant hiring and onboarding efforts, with approximately 25 immediate labor hires planned.
Key Responsibilities
Field Operations & Leadership
Directly supervise all field crews and ensure production standards, safety, and quality expectations are met
Serve as the primary field leader responsible for daily execution across a large geographic service area
Train, coach, and develop crew leaders and field staff
Transition existing Production leadership into a more office-based role by absorbing field training and oversight responsibilities
Scheduling, Equipment & Resources
Coordinate daily and weekly crew scheduling using Aspire
Manage equipment allocation, utilization, and readiness across crews
Ensure materials, vehicles, and tools are available when needed
Monitor job progress and proactively address issues before they impact clients
Safety, Compliance & Training
Enforce all safety policies and ensure weekly safety meetings are conducted
Investigate and document incidents and workers’ compensation claims
Support H-2B and workforce planning initiatives as applicable
Maintain SOPs and ensure compliance with company policies
Client Support & Quality Control
Support Account Managers by ensuring consistent service delivery
Conduct site visits on high-visibility properties
Maintain the standards required for Class A commercial assets with intensive flower and detail programs
Administrative & Strategic Support
Review job costing and production reports
Assist with hiring, performance reviews, discipline, and termination decisions
Collaborate with Operations and leadership on budgeting, staffing, and growth initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile
8+ years in commercial landscape maintenance operations (production, operations, or field leadership)
Proven experience managing multiple crews simultaneously
Strong field presence with the ability to lead by example
Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred, but not required
Comfortable working with a largely Hispanic workforce
Experience with Aspire or similar landscape management software
Organized, proactive, and able to operate independently
Knowledge of irrigation, chemical programs, and high-end maintenance standards
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Backgrounds from production, operations, foreman leadership, or adjacent green-industry roles will be considered.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $70,000 – $75,000
Bonus: Up to 15% of annual salary
Company truck & cell phone
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
PTO
401(k) with 100% company match
If you are qualified for this position and would like to be considered, please respond to this job posting by sending a copy of your resume and we will be happy to review it.
Our goal is to find the right person for our client as soon as possible.
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