Landscape Manager Jobs
Landscape Manager jobs are open across commercial landscaping, residential services, municipal parks, and property management, at levels from crew supervisor to senior operations manager, with specializations in irrigation systems, sustainable horticulture, and grounds maintenance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Overview
The Landscape Project Manager oversees large scale landscape construction projects and coordinates crews. This hands-on role combines outdoor work with planning, equipment operation, irrigation, and hardscape responsibilities. Your impact: Clear coordination and accurate interpretation of construction documents help crews complete projects in line with the project plans.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate crew assignments and day-to-day landscaping operations.
- Oversee grounds maintenance and landscape installation work.
- Operate landscaping equipment and support safe, effective use.
- Coordinate irrigation and hardscape work across projects.
- Review construction documents to guide large project work.
Qualifications
- Outdoor work experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance.
- Experience managing or coordinating work crews.
- Familiarity with landscaping construction.
- Working knowledge of irrigation systems and hardscape.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents for large projects.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Landscape Workshop22
- Ruppert Companies20
- Brightview12
- Gothic Landscape7
- LandCare6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consumer Goods
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Agriculture & Farming
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in landscape manager jobs.
- Three to five years of experience managing landscape crews or grounds operations
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record for operating company vehicles
- Knowledge of plant identification, soil health, and seasonal maintenance schedules
- Experience with irrigation system installation, programming, and troubleshooting
- Pesticide or herbicide applicator license as required by state regulations
- Proficiency with scheduling, estimating, or job management software platforms
Tips for Your Landscape Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to contract scope
Landscape managers get hired on the scale of work they've owned. List the square footage of properties you've managed, the size of crews you've led, and the annual budget you've controlled. Generic descriptions of duties won't stand out the way hard scope numbers do.
Highlight your certifications strategically
Certifications like ISA Arborist, Landscape Industry Certified Manager, or state pesticide applicator licenses aren't assumed. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so hiring managers catch them before reading your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists landscape manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by specialty, not just title
Landscape manager roles vary dramatically by sector. A role at a commercial property management firm demands different expertise than one at a golf course or municipal parks department. Search by specialization keywords like irrigation, turf management, or hardscaping to find openings that match your actual background.
Prepare a portfolio of completed projects
Bring before-and-after photos, site plans, or maintenance schedules to your interview. Showing a hiring manager what a property looked like under your care is far more persuasive than describing it, especially for roles where aesthetics and long-term plant health are core deliverables.
Negotiate beyond base pay at the offer stage
Landscape managers often have room to negotiate vehicle allowances, uniform budgets, equipment stipends, and continuing education reimbursement. Ask about these line items explicitly during the offer conversation, since they're easier to add than salary adjustments and directly reduce your out-of-pocket work costs.
Landscape Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most landscape managers?
Landscape Workshop, Ruppert Companies, and Brightview are hiring the most landscape managers right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in regions with year-round growing seasons and large commercial property portfolios.
How many landscape manager jobs are remote?
About 14% of landscape manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most roles require on-site crew supervision and property inspections. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are estimating, client account management, and regional operations roles that oversee multiple branch locations.
How do you become a landscape manager?
Most landscape managers start as crew members or crew leads, building hands-on experience with plant care, equipment, and site work before moving into supervisory roles. Earning a certificate or associate degree in horticulture, turf management, or landscape design strengthens your candidacy. Certifications from the National Association of Landscape Professionals or your state's pesticide licensing board signal professional credibility to employers.
Can you get hired as a landscape manager without direct management experience?
Yes, especially at smaller operations where employers value deep field knowledge over formal management titles. Candidates who've informally led crews, trained new hires, or handled client communication on job sites can often step into a manager role by framing that experience clearly on their resume. Starting as an assistant or lead supervisor at a larger company is another common path.
What does the landscape manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your experience managing crews, handling client complaints, and scheduling seasonal work. An in-person interview typically includes a site walkthrough where you're asked to assess plant health, identify maintenance issues, or describe how you'd handle a specific problem. Some employers add a practical skills assessment or ask you to review and respond to a sample estimate or work order.
Where can I find and apply to landscape manager jobs?
You can find and apply to landscape manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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