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McFarlin Stanford

Landscape Construction Project Manager

McFarlin Stanford, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Client Partner | Executive Recruiter at McFarlin Stanford Landscape Construction Project Manager

Position Overview The Landscape Construction Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering complex outdoor construction projects from pre-construction through final completion. This role requires strong leadership, advanced construction knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple moving parts while maintaining exceptional quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in landscape construction and hardscape projects, with pool construction experience strongly preferred. This position requires big-picture thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to align teams, subcontractors, materials, and schedules to deliver high-end outdoor environments on time and within budget.

Base Pay Range $85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

Manage landscape construction projects from contract award through closeout, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the pre-construction and construction phases, providing clear and consistent communication

Collaborate with internal teams, designers, and trade partners (including subcontractors and vendors) to ensure project scope, quality, and timelines are met

Develop and manage project schedules and budgets in coordination with internal project support staff

Lead field teams and subcontractors to ensure proper execution of work, adherence to plans, and high-quality craftsmanship

Review construction documents, design plans, and specifications to identify conflicts, constructability issues, or scope gaps prior to and during construction

Coordinate and approve material procurement, equipment needs, and labor resources

Prepare and manage change orders, including pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work

Support the sales and estimating team during project handoff and estimate review

Track daily progress, production, and site activities using project management software and detailed job logs

Utilize construction and field management software to drive efficiency, accountability, and profitability

Promote and enforce a safety-first culture, ensuring all job sites comply with OSHA and company safety standards

Required Experience & Skills

Extensive experience in landscape construction project management

Strong background in hardscape construction, grading, drainage, retaining walls, site utilities, and outdoor amenities

Pool construction experience strongly preferred

Proven ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and budgets simultaneously

High-level proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and site plans

Strong understanding of construction sequencing, logistics, and resource planning

Ability to troubleshoot field challenges and make sound decisions under pressure

Excellent communication skills with clients, designers, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal teams

Demonstrated leadership with the ability to guide teams and resolve conflict professionally

Experience using or willingness to learn construction ERP and project management software (e.g., Aspire, Asana, or similar platforms)

Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years of landscape construction or related construction project management experience

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Landscape Construction, or a related field is a plus but not required

Valid driver’s license

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to craftsmanship and client experience

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Project Management, Strategy/Planning, and Quality Assurance

Industries Business Consulting and Services, Facilities Services, and Construction

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k)

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