Landscape Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Operational Management

• Lead and supervise the landscape operations team including Landscape Supervisors, direct workers, driver and administrative/accounts support staff.
• Develop annual maintenance plans, schedules and manpower deployment strategies.

2. Landscape Maintenance & Quality Control

• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure prompt rectification of landscape issues.
• Oversee daily and cyclic maintenance for softscape areas.
• Ensure proper lawn care, pruning, trimming, fertilising, watering, mulching, and planting tasks.
• Monitor plant health, detect pests/diseases, and implement timely corrective measures.

3. Landscape Implementation, Enhancement & Project Management

• Plan and execute landscape enhancement, refurbishment, and beautification projects.
• Arrange and coordinate planting works for mixed development, township and condominium landscapes.
• Work closely with consultants, suppliers and nurseries on materials, plant selection and implementation works.
• Review design proposals to ensure practicality, sustainability, and cost efficiency.

4. Tender Bidding & Proposal Preparation

• Prepare and submit tender bids for landscape maintenance and enhancement contracts.
• Review tender requirements, prepare costing, BOQs, technical proposals, and work methodologies.
• Conduct site evaluations for tender pricing and feasibility studies

5. Workforce Coordination, Supervision & Training

• Assign daily tasks to supervisors and monitor productivity and performance of direct workers.
• Oversee attendance, work discipline, work quality, and compliance with safety procedures.
• Conduct toolbox briefings, safety trainings, and on-the-job coaching.

6. Equipment, Vehicle, Machinery & Material Control

• Ensure all landscape machinery, tools, and equipment are well-maintained and serviced.
• Manage inventory of plants, fertilisers, chemicals, materials, equipment, and fuel usage.
• Oversee the driver's logistics duties including delivery of plants, materials, and worker transport.
• Plan procurement and purchasing of plants, materials, and supplies, ensuring adequate stock availability.

7. Budgeting, Cost Control & Accounts Coordination

• Prepare annual budgets for landscape maintenance, operations, and enhancement works.
• Monitor expenses, verify supplier invoices, quotations, and work orders.
• Work with accounts personnel on payroll, purchase orders, claims, and financial compliance.
• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and cost-control guidelines.

8. Reporting & Administration

• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports on landscape conditions, progress, and team performance.
• Maintain documentation on plant inventories, equipment servicing, chemical usage, and manpower records.
• Provide progress reports for enhancement works, projects, and tender submissions.

9. Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure landscape operations comply with OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Enforce proper use of PPE and safe machinery operation.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventive measures.

10. Stakeholder & Client Communication

• Liaise with Township Management & Development teams, consultants and Authorities.
• Respond promptly to service requests, complaints, and landscape-related issues.
• Provide technical advice on plant species, water efficiency, sustainability measures, and design recommendations.

Requirements

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years experience in landscape maintenance, landscape project management, or managing a landscape Department & company.
• Proven experience managing direct workers, supervisors, and landscape teams.
• Experience in tender bidding, costing, and preparation of landscape proposals.
• Hands-on experience arranging plant installations for mixed developments and condominiums.
• Familiarity with managing suppliers, nurseries, landscape workers and landscape machinery.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of plant species, practical horticulture, soil management, and pest/disease control.
• Ability to interpret landscape drawings and design concepts.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, procurement procedures, and tender requirements.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on working style.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.