Manager, Horticulture

About the role

Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Horticulture the Manager, Horticulture is responsible for the strategic oversight, maintenance, and enhancement of the resort’s exterior grounds, landscaping, seasonal decor, and floral displays, ensuring an aesthetically pleasing and safe environment. Develop and execute plans for landscape sustainability, seasonal transformations, and exterior aesthetics, maintenance and repairs, while maintaining high standards of guest experience in a hospitality-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, design, and execution of landscape maintenance, seasonal decor, and floral installations, ensuring proper preventative maintenance of all exterior grounds, including parking areas, pathways, and resort perimeters.
• Implement sustainable horticulture practices that align with environmental and brand guidelines, conduct regular inspections to ensure adherence to safety and aesthetic standards, and manage and upkeep all seasonal and promotional displays throughout the resort.
• Manages budgets for landscape projects, groundskeeping, exterior maintenance, seasonal decor, and floral arrangements while optimizing resources.
• Ensure cost-effective procurement and inventory control of plants, materials, and decor elements.
• Maintain financial records and report on expenditures, justifying budget needs.
• Ensures all horticulture and exterior maintenance work complies with OSHA, ADA, and resort brand standards.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, vendors, and team members to ensure seamless execution of projects.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, project progress, and compliance adherence.
• Communicates important matters involving personnel, facilities, exterior maintenance, and groundskeeping to the Horticulture Senior Manager in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with resort management on special events requiring horticulture and seasonal decor.
• Stay updated on industry trends in horticulture, exterior decor, and sustainable landscaping.
• Handle emergency situations such as storm damage or urgent repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.