North American Lawn and Landscape is a Charlotte-based commercial landscaping company with over 40 years of experience serving developers and property management professionals. We specialize in landscape maintenance, design and installation, irrigation, and stormwater management, with offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Savannah.
We are currently seeking a Landscape Project Manager to join our Raleigh, NC, team and lead the successful execution of commercial landscape construction and hardscape projects while ensuring high-quality service across our portfolio.
- Oversee day-to-day operations for assigned landscape construction and hardscape projects from kickoff through completion.
- Manage project schedules, labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to ensure efficient jobsite execution.
- Coordinate site preparation, grading, drainage, layout, and installation activities for hardscape and landscape construction projects.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, property managers, general contractors, and internal teams regarding project status, schedules, and field issues.
- Perform regular site inspections to ensure quality standards, safety compliance, and contract specifications are consistently met.
- Coordinate the procurement and delivery of hardscape materials, plant material, irrigation components, and other project supplies.
- Monitor project timelines, labor hours, production targets, and budgets to support profitability and on-time completion.
- Lead and develop field teams by providing coaching, training, and performance feedback on safety, installation quality, and productivity.
- Review plans, specifications, contracts, and scope of work to ensure projects are executed accurately and efficiently.
- Complete and review daily reports, time sheets, production tracking, and job costing information for assigned crews and projects.
- Track material usage, change orders, equipment needs, and field conditions, and communicate recommendations to leadership and clients.
- Ensure vehicles, trailers, construction equipment, and tools are properly maintained, inspected, and repaired as needed.
- Support project turnover, punch-list completion, and client walkthroughs to ensure a successful closeout.
- Promote a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, professionalism, and excellent customer service across all job sites.
- Adhere strictly to all company safety policies and guidelines.
- Ability to arrive to work on time and prepared to start the day promptly, including flexibility for early start times.
- Proven experience managing commercial landscape construction and hardscape projects.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise crews, coordinate subcontractors, and maintain high construction quality standards.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, property managers, general contractors, vendors, and team members.
- Ability to read plans, identify field issues proactively, solve problems efficiently, and make sound operational decisions.
- 3+ years of landscape construction, hardscape, or related project management experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework or certifications in landscape construction, horticulture, or project management are a plus.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must maintain a clean driving record or a motor vehicle record that meets company insurance standards.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active construction projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Knowledge of hardscape installation methods, grading and drainage, irrigation coordination, plant installation, and site quality standards.
- Ability to analyze labor, materials, equipment usage, and job performance to support efficient operations and profitability.
- Availability to work a varied schedule, including early mornings, occasional Saturdays, and in adverse weather conditions as needed.
Employees in this role regularly work outdoors and are exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and loud noise. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
- Outdoor work in extreme heat, cold, and rain
- Frequent exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration
- Salary: $65,000–$70,000 annually
North American Lawn and Landscape is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law, including North Carolina law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.
