Regional Commercial Landscape Irrigation Manager

Brief Description

Regional Irrigation Manager – Northwest Region (50% travel covering Northern California, Portland OR, Seattle WA, Nampa ID). This position leads a regional irrigation team supporting 11 branches. Candidates must have managed three or more commercial landscape irrigation technicians.

Job Purpose

The Regional Irrigation Manager works closely with the Director of Water Conservation to lead irrigation operations, water‑management initiatives, sales growth, and training programs across multiple partner companies throughout the Northwest region. Serving as the organization’s irrigation subject‑matter expert, the manager helps branches improve water efficiency, reduce consumption, increase irrigation‑related revenue, and deliver exceptional service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Irrigation Operations & Water Conservation
  • Conduct irrigation audits, inspections, and site assessments to identify opportunities for water conservation and system improvements.
  • Develop and implement strategies that reduce water usage while maintaining landscape quality and client satisfaction.
  • Perform irrigation evaluations and recommend repairs, upgrades, renovations, and enhancement opportunities.
  • Assist branches in developing, monitoring, and updating water budgets that track water consumption and savings.
  • Support the irrigation startup process for all newly acquired maintenance properties.
  • Ensure newly onboarded properties are operating within established water budgets within the first 90 days.
• Business Development & Sales Growth
  • Identify and develop revenue opportunities through irrigation enhancements, renovations, upgrades, and water‑management services.
  • Assist operations and sales teams in closing maintenance opportunities by providing irrigation expertise and consultative support.
  • Build relationships with property managers, HOAs, municipalities, commercial clients, and industry partners.
  • Deliver presentations to management companies, boards of directors, and industry groups to promote water conservation and irrigation services.
  • Stay informed on manufacturer programs, water‑district incentives, utility rebates, and government conservation initiatives that create value for clients.
• Training & Team Development
  • Serve as the irrigation technical resource for all Northwest partner companies (Cagwin & Dorward in Northern California, Crystal Greens in Portland/Vancouver, Seattle area, and Treasure Valley, ID).
  • Develop and deliver irrigation training programs for technicians, foremen, account managers, branch managers, and operations leaders.
  • Train employees on smart‑controller technologies, water‑management systems, and irrigation best practices.
  • Recruit, hire, develop, and mentor irrigation technicians throughout the region.
  • Ensure each branch maintains a properly trained and certified irrigation workforce capable of delivering high‑quality service.
• Leadership & Regional Support
  • Partner with branch leadership to establish irrigation standards and best practices across the organization.
  • Provide troubleshooting support for complex irrigation systems and water‑management challenges.
  • Assist with evaluating irrigation‑related opportunities for acquisitions, new business pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Track and report regional irrigation performance, water savings, training progress, and sales results.

Key Performance Indicators

• Achievement of annual irrigation sales goals.
• Revenue generated through irrigation enhancements, renovations, and upgrades.
• Water savings achieved across managed properties.
• Successful entry into new markets and client segments.
• Completion of irrigation startup and transition plans for new accounts.
• Properties achieving water‑budget targets within 90 days of contract startup.
• Successful recruitment, training, and retention of irrigation technicians.
• Training participation and certification completion rates throughout the region.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 + years of irrigation management and leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge of smart irrigation systems, including Weathermatic, ETwater, WeatherTRAK, RainMaster, Baseline, Calsense, Rain Bird IQ, Hunter Centralus/Hydrawise.
• Advanced knowledge of two‑wire irrigation systems (controllers, decoders, grounding, wiring, troubleshooting).
• Strong understanding of irrigation principles, system hydraulics, design concepts, and water‑management strategies.
• Ability to train and present technical information to field employees, managers, and clients.
• Fluent communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor‑vehicle record.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA), Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC), Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT), Certified Landscape Water Manager (CLWM).
• Landscape industry experience managing multiple regions or branches.
• Sales and business‑development experience related to irrigation and water‑management services.

Work Environment

• Combination of office, field, and client‑facing responsibilities.
• Regular travel throughout the Northwest region (approximately 50 % travel).
• Early‑morning site meetings and evening board/client presentations.
• Extended periods of driving between branch locations.
• Walking properties and inspecting irrigation systems in various weather conditions.
• Standing, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 50 lb.
• Frequent use of computers, tablets, mobile devices, and related technology.

Company Perks

• Training, ongoing support, and mentorship.
• Weekly pay.
• 401(k) with match.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid vacation.