Landscape Design Build Operations Manager

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Duluth, Minnesota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Budgeting, Change Order Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Planning, Construction Project Management, Construction Schedule, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Health Insurance, Horticulture, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, OSHA, Operations Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Duluth, Minnesota
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Sick and Safe Time
  • Flexible schedule
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
 Build a career outdoors with Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape — a 39-year industry leader and multiple “Best of Houzz” Design and Service award winner. If you love being part of a close-knit team, take pride in your work, and want to see beautiful projects come to life, join a company that invests in its people, provides paid training, and treats you like part of the team and family while offering real opportunities to grow. 

The Design Build Landscape Operations Manager leads landscape construction projects from planning through completion. This role oversees schedules, budgets, crews, and jobsite operations while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and internal teams. Ideal for a hands-on leader with strong construction knowledge and project management experience.

Out-of-town travel may be required.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Construction Management, or 5+ years related experience

  • 3–5 years landscape installation experience

  • Project management experience on large residential, commercial, or municipal projects

  • Strong knowledge of landscape construction and hardscaping

  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams

  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills


Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage landscape construction projects, schedules, and budgets

  • Coordinate with designers, foremen, crews, vendors, and subcontractors

  • Oversee jobsite operations including hardscapes, softscapes, and installations

  • Lead crews, manage schedules, and ensure safety and quality standards

  • Serve as primary client contact and provide project updates

  • Track labor, materials, overtime, and costs

  • Manage change orders and resolve jobsite challenges

  • Conduct site inspections and ensure regulatory compliance



Pay & Benefits

$32–$38/hour

  • Seasonal bonus

  • Health & dental insurance

  • Paid training

  • Overtime pay (1.5x after 40 hours)

  • Minnesota Sick & Safe Time (1 hr per 30 hrs worked)

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Employee referral bonus 

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday

  • 40+ hours per week (seasonal)


Licenses and Certifications:

  • Clean and Driver's License (Required)
  • MN DOT Medical Card (Required)
  • Certification in Landscape Management or Construction (e.g., CLM, CLT, or similar) preferred.
  • OSHA Safety Certification or similar preferred

Compensation: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour




About the Company

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Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape