Santa Rita Landscaping has been in business in the Tucson area for over 37 years. We have built an excellent reputation for exceptional results for our customers based on high standards, excellent customer service and expertise doing things “The Santa Rita Way” by empowering our employees.
Looking to Advance Your Career? Do You Take Pride in Ownership of your Work? Want to Work for An Industry Leader? Santa Rita Landscaping is GROWING! We are seeking a Department Manager for our Design/Build Landscape department to add our remarkable team of professionals! This position reports to the Director of Operations and is responsible for implementation, direction, safety and overall leadership of the department operating within the parameters set by management while providing superior customer service to ensure profitability of the division. Must be self-motivated, efficient and results-driven.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitors, directs and oversees department operations and is responsible for safety, efficiency and quality of the work performed by establishing and enforcing SRL standards of quality
- Responsible for overall gross profit of the jobs, including hours, equipment & material budgets as well as overall department gross profit
- Ensure accurate and timely billing of projects
- Responsible for safety policy implementation and ensures all accidents are properly documented and reported immediately.
- Responsible for identifying labor and equipment needs in advance
- Responsible for interviewing, hiring/terminating and training employees; planning, assigning and overseeing work including management of crews, equipment, and project managers, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Provides leadership, training development and coaching of team members to ensure desired skills levels are reached and continued improvement can be measured in order to accomplish SRL goals and employees to realize their full potential and promote growth from within
- Continual review and improvement of department’s processes and procedures
- Partner with support departments to improve all aspects of the design/build process in order to reach higher performance goals and ensure future growth
- Ensures jobs are kept on schedule and on budget
- Continually informs and updates the Director of Operations and/or Senior Management as to job progress (or lack thereof), schedules and budgets
- Continually coordinates with Supervisors as to job process (or lack thereof)
- Thoroughly understands and complies with company policies, procedures, and SOPs.
- Assists in the development and implementation of the production part of company’s strategic plan.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and achievement of company’s annual budget goals.
Additional Duties
- Responsible for initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation and teamwork within and between departments
- Maintain regular contact with customers on status of projects; communicate and update so clients have no doubt that their project is receiving personal attention
- Mediates customer concerns and contract disputes focusing on the customer while operating within the Santa Rita Way
- Act as liaison between company and vendors
- Promote Ownership Thinking and leads by example
- Assists Director of Operations as needed
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree in landscape, construction or related field a plus
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience in landscape, hardscape, irrigation and custom design/build construction, with supervisory oversight of employees
- Able to oversee multiple design/build projects simultaneously
- Ability to accomplish results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, coaching, developing and building bench strength
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of employees, management, contractors and customers
- Ability to read blueprints and install all plans/work
- Ability to accurately forecast project schedule
- Ability to read and comprehend financial statements
- Knowledge of OSHA Safety laws and ability to conduct safety meetings with department team members
- Be self-motivated and results-driven
- Valid Drivers’ License and ability to be insured under Company Insurance Policy
- Bilingual a plus, but not required
- Microsoft Office
- SAGE Master Builder/Contractor 100 experience a plus
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Annual INCENTIVE BONUS Plan
- Paid Time Off – Accrue from Day 1
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Retirement plan benefits
Work for an industry leader! If you think like an owner and have what it takes to join our team of professionals, Santa Rita wants to hear from you! Apply today or apply in person at 755 W. Grant Road!
Santa Rita Landscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Employer/E-Verify
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required)
- Management: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)