Assistant Landscape Construction Project Manager

Organizational Structure
Reports To: Project Manager

Overview

Manage, review, and schedule production and installation of client projects. This includes estimating, project management, implementation and quality control to the final walkthrough. Applicant must have strong working field knowledge with experience in constructing gardens and landscape features. Must have experience supervising and disciplining crew on matters regarding safety, tools, clientele and quality of work. Must be able to communicate with client and be point liaison for client, crews and construction manager. Lead and manage the construction crew with effective and positive communication, and a positive solutions-driven attitude, bi-lingual strongly suggested. Be responsible for the proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Read and accurately interpret scaled construction plans to layout and build landscape projects.

Scope of Services

Manage Production/Installation
Assist with managing construction crews, overseeing and maintaining a high level of quality control, and increasing
productivity
Ensure equipment is maintained and repaired when required
Assist with ordering and delivery of project materials
Maintain crew compliance with safety policies and regulations
Oversee project budget and line item tracking
oCode time sheets for Project Manager review.
oCode receipts for Project Manager review.
Read and apply project contracts.
Perform plan take-offs to square-feet and cubic yards of material
Read construction plans and build landscape projects which include, but are not limited to
oWet and dry-laid, natural and concrete-paver hardscape construction
oMortared/concrete, dry-stacked rustic or fabricated Allen block/Europa walls and stairs, Finished concrete, Drainage
systems, Pond construction, etc.
oWood working constructing arbors, pergolas, fences, decks, priming, and painting
oAutomatic/in-line/multi-zone irrigation systems
oWiring and programming clocks, Landscape low-voltage lighting installation, programming transformers
Make sure vehicles and equipment are in properly maintained and ready for use
oMaintain clean cabin, bed, tool boxes, and engine compartment
oOil, grease, and properly store all equipment as required, check engine oil level at each refueling, and conduct a
daily circle check of truck
oInspect and clean air filters regularly and at the start of each new job
oNotify Project Manager 50 miles/10 hrs prior to next required professional maintenance and schedule accordingly.
oMaintain organized construction yard and delegate to foremen to keep yard organized
oMaintain tight inventory control on foremen trailers. Hold foremen accountable to take care of and keep track of
tools.
Document all maintenance and accidents in writing, contact the Project Manager for immediate assistance if needed

Human Resources
Lead crews by example with a positive solutions-driven attitude, avoiding problems with other crew members
Ensure the use of all appropriate OSHA approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE-Safety) where necessary and
follow proper safety guidelines in regards to crewmember hydration, nourishment, and necessary breaks
Document all crew training, including on the job.
Accurately complete all required employee paperwork in a timely manner including
Swap out memory cards for photo documentation and upload to client folder

General assistance with operations
Liaise with construction manager in project progress, approval for overtime, credit card purchases, personal vehicle
use for work purposes, any finance related change or activity, signed change orders with clients
Opening and closing checklists
Assist with bidding projects and design input
Assist crews as needed to advance projects
Coordinate material delivery with foremen to maximize production.

Position Statistics
Positive crew management
Equipment and fleet maintenance including trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
Overall production/installation management
Manage safety and compliance
Landscape training modules for crew
Assist Project Manager with quantity take-off and bids as required.

Looking for long term employee who is hard working and a dedicated individual with ownership mentality

Possible salaried position with future eligibility for profit sharing and other benefits

Must have a drivers license with clean driving record

Must be computer literate and proficient with the Microsoft suite.