Landsystems - A Monarch Landscape Company

Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands operating across eight states in the U.S. We are a values-based, learning-focused organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. At Monarch, your achievements determine your rewards, your abilities define your success, and your professionalism leads to autonomy.

Please Note: We accept applications year-round to connect with motivated candidates for upcoming openings. If you are in the Gardena or Encinitas area and are passionate about commercial landscape project management, we encourage you to apply. Even if a role is not immediately available, your application will place you in our talent pool for future opportunities.

Job Summary

As a Project Manager, you will oversee client interactions, focusing on long-term planning, high-value enhancement services, and client retention. You will manage annual renewals, increases, and enhancement projects to ensure strong customer relationships and business growth.

Qualifications

Education & Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Construction/Project Management, or related field; or 5+ years of related experience
• Strong knowledge of regional plant life

Field Experience

• 3+ years of verifiable field experience in project estimating or design-build work
• Strong estimation background with working knowledge of construction, installation, and irrigation systems
• Familiarity with commercial landscape equipment and functions

Skills & Abilities

• Strong customer service and communication skills (internal & external)
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and perform under deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, document management, and cost forecasting
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans/drawings
• Experience collaborating with property managers, vendors, consultants, and architects
• Strong organizational and presentation skills
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software
• Experience with design software (Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, ProLandscape) preferred

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license (required)
• PMP certification preferred

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for high-level site and project issues, addressing and resolving client needs quickly
• Serve as liaison between operations and clients, ensuring clear communication and expectations
• Conduct site walkthroughs and develop landscape asset management plans
• Build knowledge of client businesses, organizations, and goals
• Collaborate with Area Managers to maintain a holistic view of client sites
• Manage project scope, budget, and timeline, ensuring quality and safety standards
• Prepare bids, designs, renderings, and job costing reports
• Meet or exceed annual sales and enhancement goals
• Develop strong vendor and subcontractor relationships to ensure accountability and value
• Ensure compliance with safety practices, training, and jobsite monitoring

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May manage multiple Enhancement Crews

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Regularly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand, and walk
• Frequent use of hands; occasional reaching, bending, twisting, or lifting (up to 75 lbs.)
• Work performed both in office settings and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, loud noise, fumes, and chemicals may occur

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we provide a Total Rewards package designed to attract, retain, and engage top talent.

Compensation

• Annual salary $75k+ and is contingent on experience
• 1%-2% commission on ancillary gross margin sales

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Retirement savings plans
• Company-paid Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (starting at 2 weeks/year)
• 7 Paid Holidays + Bereavement & Jury Duty leave
• Take-home vehicle
• On-demand pay through DailyPay
• Employee Equity Program
• Referral bonuses
• Discounts on gym memberships and mobile carriers
• Education assistance & best-in-class learning management system
• Career advancement opportunities

Join Us
If you're ready to grow your career with a company that values professionalism, innovation, and customer relationships, apply today to become part of Landsystems a proud member of the Monarch Landscape family.

EEO & E-Verify Employer
Landsystems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify participating employer.