FIELD MANAGER – LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Who We Are
Ruppert Landscape is a leading provider of commercial landscape maintenance and installation services with more than 3,500 employees serving customers from 55+ branches across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeastern US. We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality services on a wide range of commercial properties and construction projects. For over 50 years, our mission has been to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
Where You Fit In
As a Field Manager, you will coordinate crews, equipment, and materials to keep landscape maintenance and snow removal operations (where applicable) running smoothly and on schedule. This is a hands-on, front-line leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations, directing crews, resolving challenges in real time, and ensuring projects are completely safely, efficiently, and to company standards. Success in this role can be seen through strong client relationships and contract renewals, jobs that stay on budget, and a motivated team that consistently delivers quality work aligned with branch goals.
Responsibilities:
Plan, schedule, and oversee daily production activities for assigned maintenance contracts, ensuring efficient use of labor and resources
Lead, hire, train, and grow team members, supporting their ongoing development through coaching, mentorship, and leading regular certification and skills-based training sessions
Monitor labor, budgets, production hours, and job costs to keep projects on track and ensure team members understand performance expectations and progress toward goals
Monitor work quality daily, proactively address potential issues, and ensure property inspections are completed with corresponding service reports submitted
Drive additional revenue by identifying opportunities for enhancements and other add-on services beyond the scope of the base contract
Cultivate and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Develop a thorough understanding of the company’s operating philosophy and branch performance goals and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and customer value
Ensure all assigned vehicles and equipment are consistently maintained in a safe, clean, and fully operational condition
Qualifications:
Safety-first mindset with a commitment to adhering to safety regulations and promoting safe work practices
Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticulture or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience or certifications a plus
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record over the past three years (required)
Proven ability to effectively lead, manage, and develop team members across multiple levels within a field operations environment
Proven ability to effectively lead, manage, and develop team members at various levels
Ability to diagnose common insect and plant disease issues and coordinate appropriate treatment plans
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally in English
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining positive relationships with service-oriented clients
Solid working knowledge of the vehicles, tools, and equipment commonly used in landscape maintenance and snow removal operations
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
Hands-on learning from day one with ongoing opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career
Paid time off and holidays to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to help cover healthcare and dependent care expenses
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for personal, financial, and wellness…