Commercial Landscape Branch Manager

Position Overview

Responsible for the growth and profitability of the district operations while providing and promoting leadership, vision, support, direction, and enforcement of company policies for all operations within the district and market served.

Job Duties

• Cultivate and develop a green team, fostering growth and engagement.
• Build long‑term customer relationships by understanding and exceeding client expectations with superior service.
• Drive multimillion‑dollar revenues and branch profitability; expedite contracts and billing.
• Hire, train, inspire, and develop branch staff.
• Collaborate with account managers and production managers to plan and implement crew work assignments.
• Participate in industry associations that promote and support business growth.
• Focus on customer service, teamwork, communication, ethics, and safety for clients and the team.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Direct supervisory grounds‑maintenance experience with a strong history of sales and account‑management performance.
• Knowledge of best management practices and plant materials for landscape horticulture.
• Preferred: turf, weed, tree and shrub identification and pathology knowledge.
• Ability to complete Davey first‑aid, CPR, and defensive‑driving courses upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: relevant pesticide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee‑owned company & discounted stock purchase options.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout the U.S. in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career development program supported by industry‑expert safety specialists & skills trainers.
• Scholarship program for children of employees.
• Charitable matching‑gift program (available to eligible employees).

Company Overview

Davey Tree Expert Company is one of the nation’s largest employee‑owned firms, offering research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. The culture emphasizes open idea exchange, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and unrivaled client service while maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit. Employees benefit from industry‑leading training, technology, and comprehensive benefits.

Additional Details

Locations: North Olmsted, OH; North Ridgeville, OH; additional sites on Cleveland’s West Side. Employment type: Permanent, full‑time. Travel expectation: Up to 25%.