Project Manager - Landscape Construction

Lead Landscape Projects to Success - Join Motor City Landscaping Design Build as a Project Manager!

Job Title: Project Manager - Landscape Construction

Company Name: Motor City Landscaping DesignBuild

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

Industry: Landscape Construction (Residential, Commercial)

Location: Rochester Hills, MI

Job Overview

Motor City Landscaping Design Build is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and oversee our landscape construction projects from start to finish. This role will focus on both hardscape (masonry, pavers, retaining walls, patios) and softscape (grading, drainage, and water management) practices. The ideal candidate is highly organized, experienced in landscape construction, and has a track record of managing crews, budgets, and schedules while delivering high-quality outdoor spaces.

Who We Are

At Motor City Landscaping Design Build, we take pride in our craftsmanship and our ability to transform outdoor spaces into breathtaking landscapes. Our team thrives on hard work, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. We offer a supportive work environment, career growth opportunities, and competitive pay. If you love working outdoors and enjoy leading projects that bring beauty and function to residential and commercial properties, join our team today.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage landscape construction projects, ensuring successful execution from start to finish
• Plan and coordinate hardscape elements such as footings, masonry, pavers, retaining walls, and patios
• Supervise softscape tasks including grading, drainage, land movement, and water management
• Develop, track, and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work
• Manage on-site crews, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to deadlines
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, local codes, and permit requirements
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and equipment logistics
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and adherence to design plans
• Proactively identify and resolve project challenges
• Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, designers, and stakeholders
• Provide accurate project reporting and updates to senior management
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in landscape construction, specifically in hardscape and softscape projects
• Strong knowledge of masonry, pavers, retaining walls, grading, and drainage solutions
• Proficiency with construction project management software such as BuilderTrend, Procore, or similar
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and site plans
• Experience creating and managing project schedules, budgets, and scopes
• Familiarity with local codes, permits, and safety regulations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Fertilizer License (preferred)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Landscape Professional (CLP) or similar certification
• OSHA 30-hour certification
• ICPI (Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute) certification
• Erosion and Sediment Control Certification
• Experience with site surveying and resource allocation
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation & Financial Perks
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer matching
• Weekly pay cycle
• Overtime potential
• Referral bonus program
• Work-Life Balance Perks
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick days
• Career Development Perks
• Training and certifications including safety and technical training, manufacturer training, OSHA, fall protection, lifts, and more
• Health & Wellness Perks
• Health Care Allowance
• Unique & Additional Perks
• Company events including BBQs, holiday parties, and more
  

Schedule & Work Location

• Full-time position
• Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work as needed
  
  

Work location: Metro Detroit area (on-site at various residential and commercial project locations)

Join the Motor City Landscaping Team Today!

If you are a dedicated and experienced Project Manager looking to grow your career in landscape construction, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that values quality craftsmanship, teamwork, and professional growth.

As an equal opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity in our workforce, recognizing that innovation thrives on varied perspectives. We embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, and education, without regard to race, age, gender, or sexual identity.