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Position Summary
Southern Land Company, a national real estate development and construction firm headquartered in Nashville, TN is seeking a full-time Manager, Horticultural Services to join our dynamic team. The Manager, Horticultural Services responsibilities include Coordinate, oversee, and manage services related to Horticulture at Southern Land Company's new master planned community Storyvale located in Nolensville, TN.
As our next master-planned community in Williamson County, Tennessee, Storyvale will transform 372 acres into a pedestrian-friendly, amenity-rich community, featuring more than 700 homes of various sizes, designs, and styles, ranging from townhomes to estate homes on one-half acre lots. All of the homes will be designed by SLC’s internal architecture team with unique landscaping designed by SLC’s in-house landscape architecture team.
Approximately 160 acres of land will be reserved for parks and open spaces. The development will include several miles of trails that will one day connect to Nolensville’s trails and greenways system. A village will feature approximately 15,000 square feet of commercial space for future restaurants, retail, and services, all of which will be open to the greater Nolensville community. Additionally, there will be an amenity park featuring a swimming pool and recreational offerings.
Primary Responsibilities
New project management from design through completion
Procurement and selection of plant material
Evaluation (vetting) of the subcontractor for new installation and maintenance
Monitor all jobs to assess profitability and progress
Review all jobs to ensure installation is in accordance to SLC standards
Ensure accuracy and efficiency pertaining to all hours and time worked
Collaborate with appropriate departments within SLC
Work and perform as a cohesive unit with the Landscape Architecture team
Work and perform to receive projects in a timely manner with the Construction team
Work and perform to provide measurable results within a reasonable timeframe with the HOA
Establish/maintain contact with selected subcontractor during installation and maintenance
Critical awareness of communication within Horticulture to ensure cohesion and flow
Development of open dialog to facilitate proper sequencing and dispel miscommunication
Regular inspection of properties to ensure SLC Horticulture standards
Develop execution reviews for all installation and maintenance tasks performed
Travel as needed/requested by the SLC Director of Horticulture
Design, create, and coordinate seasonal displays and installation
Determine and perform any/all final finishes on all open spaces
Understand and review monthly/yearly financial budgets and make necessary adjustments
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to keep sensitive information highly confidential.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to deal professionally with clients, vendors, and co-workers on the phone and in person.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, and carry multiple projects through to completion.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize work and ask for further clarification when necessary.
Ability to work under pressure with tight time constraints, as well as the ability to deal with frequent interruptions, unresolved situations, frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide oversight, leadership and direction for all associated external vendors, contractors, sub-contractors, and suppliers
Delegate appropriate tasks and requests as issued by the Director of Horticulture
Required Education And Experience
Minimum of bachelor’s degree, 4-year program or equivalent in Horticulture and/or Horticulture related field
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education And Experience
Any specialized training including or related to: Irrigation, Greenhouse Management, Pest Control/IPM, Grounds Maintenance, Arborist, Landscape Design
Company Overview
Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.
We Have…
A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!
Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off. Southern Land Company is a Drug Free Workplace. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.
The above information is only an illustration of the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Real Estate
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