Chris Easter
Midland
Summary
Landscape management professional with strong focus on achieving results and fostering team collaboration. Adept at designing and implementing landscape projects, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Known for flexibility in adapting to changing needs and reliable performance. Skilled in project planning, plant selection, and sustainable practices, with keen eye for detail and passion for creating aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Manager
Richards Horticulture
08.2019 - Current
- Oversee landscape projects from design, to implementation.
- Assist clients with selecting appropriate plants, hardscape materials, and other features based on their preferences and site requirements.
- Make sure clients understand the climate, soil condition, and irrigation quality so appropriate plant material would be installed.
- Procure material, track job progress and material used, for eventual billing once project complete.
- Help oversee multiple landscape landscape and maintenance crews, Make sure equipment is in safe, working condition at all times.
- Work with Architects to integrate house and landscape details cohesively.
- Ensure jobsite safety by having daily construction meetings.
- Inspect jobsites to make sure material installed correctly and irrigation operating.
- Maintain relationship with clients post installation by providing maintenance and fertility program plans.
- Provide solutions to underperforming material by diagnosing issues and implementing solutions that improved overall appearance and health.
Landscape Assistant Manager
Aldredge Gardens
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Produced precise landscape plans to facilitate project execution.
- Conducted routine inspections of landscaped areas to identify potential issues or improvements related to plant care or design elements.
- Contributed to team efficiency by assisting with material deliveries, equipment setup, and site clean-up activities.
- Facilitated smooth project completion by communicating effectively with team members regarding task assignments and progress updates.
- Directed team operations, ensuring adherence to project timelines and standards.
Procurement Analyst
XTO Energy Inc
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Assisted in supply chain management to facilitate better contract negotiations and long-term partnerships.
- Optimized sourcing strategies by identifying alternative suppliers offering competitive pricing or higher-quality products.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
- Work with Facility Engineers to ensure material on site for the production of tank batteries and other oil production facilities.
- Resolved daily issues by handling invoice discrepancies, replacements for rejected materials and missed and late deliveries.
- Researched and evaluated new and current vendors to determine suitability of products and contract and pricing negotiations.
- Managed supplier selection process, ensuring optimal quality, pricing, and delivery terms were met.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals.
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture -
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2003
Skills
- Project planning
- Project management
- Workflow scheduling
- Inventory management
- Task delegation
- Project scheduling
- Employee supervision
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Landscape Manager
Richards Horticulture
08.2019 - Current
Landscape Assistant Manager
Aldredge Gardens
02.2018 - 08.2019
Procurement Analyst
XTO Energy Inc
04.2014 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture -
Texas A&M University
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