Director of Design & Construction– Residential Landscaping
Kirkland, WA
Our client, a locally owned Landscape Maintenance and Construction Company, is looking for a Director of Design and construction to oversee the design and project management teams.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience in residential landscape design, project management, horticulture, and leading teams.
This is a great leadership opportunity for an individual looking to direct and drive growth in an established and reputable company. This role will report directly to the President and offer compelling opportunities to contribute to the company's strategic direction and growth.
Director of Design & Construction Responsibilities:
- Ensure projects are completed to industry-leading quality and customer satisfaction standards.
- Oversee projects from initial inquiry to completion.
- Liaise between homeowners, architects\designers, and crews to ensure consistent and thorough communication.
- Meet with clients to assess initial requirements, budget, and timeline.
- Engage architects\designers for concepts.
- Collaborate with homeowners to manage expectations and secure contracts.
- Optimize scheduling to maximize efficiency
- Ensure the availability of desired materials and plants.
- Oversee the implementation of designs.
- Ensure customer satisfaction.
- Define and improve the customer experience from initial contact through project completion.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of a robust CRM platform.
- Provide strategic input on growth, branding, and marketing initiatives.
- Provide direction, methodology, and analysis for continuous improvement efforts.
- Oversee multiple construction crews.
- Build and maintain a strong team by attracting, developing, and retaining industry-leading talent.
- Promote a company culture that recognizes and rewards employee performance.
- Develop and manage strategic business relationships with internal and external customers.
Director of Design & Construction Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Degree in Landscape Architecture or Design desired.
- 5+ years of experience with progressive responsibility in the Landscape Industry.
- Background in a leadership role with a demonstrated ability to lead change.
- Extensive project estimating\bidding experience.
- Ability to travel locally as required as this person will spend time at client and builder sites.
Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 + bonus potential
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