Landscape Construction Project Manager - Central Florida

About this role

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About Horizon West Landscape Horizon West Landscape is a commercial landscape and irrigation installation company working with general contractors across Florida. We install landscape, sod, hardscape, and irrigation on multifamily, commercial, hospitality, retail, medical, and other new construction projects.

About the role We are looking for a Project Manager to lead our Central Florida construction projects. You will manage several jobs at once from contract award to closeout, own each job's budget and schedule, and be the main contact for our general contractor partners. You will report to the Director of Construction Operations and lead the superintendents, foremen, and field crews assigned to your jobs.

What you will do

Take over new jobs from our sales team and build the budget and schedule for each one

Manage multiple active projects at once and set priorities for crews and equipment

Coordinate start dates, sequencing, and site readiness with general contractors

Direct superintendents and foremen on crew planning, quality, and safety, and step into the superintendent role on jobs without one

Review submittals, RFIs, and material orders with our project administration and purchasing teams

Price, submit, and track change orders

Review job cost weekly and report cost to complete monthly

Approve monthly progress for billing and manage punch lists and closeout

Proactively recruit and hire foremen and crews in your geographic area, or use industry contacts to recommend foremen and crews outside of your geographic region

What you bring

4 or more years managing commercial landscape, irrigation, or site work projects

Ability to read landscape, irrigation, and civil plans and specifications, including takeoffs and blueprints

Working knowledge of job cost, scheduling, and change order management

Strong communication with general contractors, owners, and field crews

Valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Nice to have

Degree in construction management, landscape architecture, horticulture, or a related field

OSHA 30

Experience with Aspire or similar project management software

Knowledge of Central Florida nurseries, suppliers, and general contractors

Bilingual in English and Spanish

What we offer

Competitive compensation

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Health coverage through an ICHRA, paid time off, holidays, and a company phone

Career advancement opportunities

A great team and work environment

Horizon West Landscape is an equal opportunity employer.