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Job Title: Landscape Construction Manager
Company: Seattle Sustainable Landscapes
Location: Seattle, WA
Job Type: Full Time
About Us: Seattle Sustainable Landscapes is a leading company in the Landscape Industry. We are committed to creating sustainable and environmentally friendly landscapes in the Seattle area.
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Construction Manager to join our team. The Construction Manager will oversee all aspects of our construction projects, ensuring that our sustainable and environmental standards are met. The job will be in person every work day. Visiting the construction crews sites on a daily basis. There will be times when manual labor is necessary.
We do not require Construction Management Experience for this role. This could be a great opportunity for an up and comer looking for more customer facing work that does have a background in Landscape Construction.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and Direct Construction projects from Start to Completion.
- Coordinate and direct Landscape Construction Workers.
- Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
- Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
- Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory.
- Review the work progress on a daily basis.
- Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
- Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
- Analyze, manage and mitigate risks.
- Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
- Perform Strenuous Physical Labor.
- Lift Heavy Objects, 80+ lbs.
Qualifications:
- Proven Working Experience in Landscape Construction.
- Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
- Ability to plan and see the “big picture”.
- Able to Communicate with Crew and Sooth Upset Clients.
- Excellent Time and Project Management Skills.
- Comfortable Supporting Laborers who Primarily Speak Spanish
- Comfortable Tracking Hours and Material Costs for Job Costing
- 3+ Years Landscape Construction Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bi-lingual, fluent in Spanish and English
- 5+ Years of Landscape Construction Experience
- Landscape Construction Management Experience
- Irrigation Experience
- Outdoor Lighting Experience
- Degree in Construction Management, or related field.
Full Service is ongoing yard care and maintenance, irrigation, lighting as well as landscape design and construction.
At Seattle Sustainable Landscapes, we believe that a beautiful and sustainable outdoor environment can have a profound impact on our community and the individuals who call it home. We strive to create thriving communities by designing and building landscapes that conserve resources, promote biodiversity, and enhance the overall quality of life for everyone. By working with our customers, partners and employees, we are dedicated to helping create employment opportunities and providing a platform for people to live better lives. We believe that by taking a holistic approach and considering the interconnectedness of our environment, properties and communities, we can create a better future for all. We are committed to making a real and lasting impact in Seattle, by creating outdoor spaces that not only improve the aesthetics of a property but also contribute to creating a more sustainable and equitable society.
