Project Manager, Commercial at Park Landscaping – Edmonton, Alberta

DEPARTMENT: Field Operations

REPORTS TO: Division Manager

EFFECTIVE DATE: February 2026

• Promote the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Foster a positive, safety-focused, client-centered team environment.

• Develop, manage, and track project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines for residential landscaping projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Identify, assess, and resolve project risks and issues.
• Maintain a clear understanding of project scope, labour requirements, materials, and sequencing.
• Implement and refine systems to optimize workflow and operational efficiency.

• Plan, coordinate, and ensure availability of crews, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Conduct site assessments and maintain safe, organized residential work sites.
• Maintain knowledge of residential landscaping systems, plant materials, irrigation, hardscaping, and installation methods.

• Meet project targets by managing labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Communicate and monitor man-hour budgets with crew leaders.
• Support revenue growth through estimating, client communication, and upselling landscaping services.

• Oversee administrative tasks including work tickets, purchase receipts, timesheets, invoices, client billing, and AR collection.
• Maintain accurate inventory and project documentation; ensure field teams have all necessary project information.
• Prepare reports and documentation for project oversight, client updates, and audits.

• Manage Field Manager(s), Project Coordinators, crew leaders, crews, and subcontractors.
• Set performance expectations, coach staff, and conduct performance appraisals.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning.

• Ensure work meets project plans, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain safety programs, training, and compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Monitor adherence to company policies through Field Manager oversight.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships; respond promptly to inquiries and change requests.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

From November through April, Park Landscaping shifts focus from pools to snow and ice management. During this time, the role becomes a Snow Removal Project Manager, overseeing a specific division such as Sidewalks, Parking Lots, or Special Projects. Core project management and administrative responsibilities remain, adapted for winter operations.

• Work hours are weather-dependent and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and timely service during snow and ice events.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ of progressive experience managing residential landscaping or construction projects.

  • Proven ability to manage crews, subcontractors, budgets, and schedules in year-round operations.
    
    

• Education & Certification: Post-secondary education in Landscape Design, Horticulture, Construction Management, or Business.
  
  

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Alberta OHS regulations and industry best practices.

• Systems & Technical Experience: Intermediate or higher proficiency with project management and office software (e.g., LMN, SiteDocs, Google Workspace); experience with Aspire or similar industry-specific systems is considered an asset.
  
  

• Leadership & Team Management – motivate crews, coordinate multiple trades.

• Client Relations – strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Organization & Planning – manage multiple projects, schedules, and budgets.

• Technical Knowledge – landscape construction methods, irrigation, material specs.

• Quality & Safety Focus – ensure compliance with safety standards and client expectations.

• Mix of office work and hands-on site visits in all weather conditions.

• Frequent walking, standing, and climbing on uneven terrain; occasional lifting up to 25–30 kg.

• Exposure to construction sites, landscaping equipment, and materials.

• Flexible schedule with occasional evenings or weekends during peak periods.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.