Landscape Branch Manager – Houston, TX

Company Overview:

Join a well-established, privately held, large Texas-based company specializing in commercial landscape maintenance and installation services. With a strong reputation and a focus on growth, this organization is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Landscape Branch Manager to lead and expand its operations in the Houston, TX metro area.

Position Summary:

The Landscape Branch Manager will oversee all aspects of branch operations, including profit and loss (P&L) management, sales growth, operational efficiency, and team development. This role is integral to driving market share expansion, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and building a high-performing team in one of Texas’s most competitive markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development:

• Recruit, train, and mentor a talented team of landscape professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Provide ongoing leadership and coaching to ensure team members reach their potential.

Sales & Business Development:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to grow market share in the Houston metro area.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with commercial clients, property managers, and developers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to secure new contracts and renew existing ones.

Operational Oversight:

• Oversee daily branch operations, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Manage commercial landscape maintenance and installation projects, meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Implement best practices to optimize workflows and service delivery.

Financial Management:

• Manage branch P&L, ensuring profitability and cost control.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiencies.

Customer Relations:

• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality work and responsive service.
• Address client concerns proactively and maintain strong, long-term relationships.
• Represent the company professionally in the community and industry events.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in the commercial landscape industry.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of landscape maintenance, installations, and horticulture practices.
• Business Acumen: Proven track record of managing P&L, budgets, and achieving financial goals.
• Sales Skills: Experience in business development and growing market share.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Certifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CLT, CLP) are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for career growth within a thriving, privately held company.