Seasoned Lead Landscaper known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Specialize in landscape design, irrigation systems management, and sustainable gardening practices. Excel in team leadership, problem-solving, and client communication, ensuring projects meet and exceed expectations. Completed efficient, high-quality landscaping work for business, residential and institutional customers. Maintained cost-effective operations and achieved high satisfaction ratings. Background includes working alone or with crew members to perform several jobs per week.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Landscaper
Fcps
Fairfax, VA
10.2013 - Current
Directed and supervised landscaping staff in the completion of daily tasks.
Coordinated with clients to ensure their needs were met in a timely fashion.
Developed and implemented new strategies for efficient landscape maintenance operations.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards on job sites.
Organized weekly schedules for landscaping staff to maximize productivity.
Inspected properties regularly to identify potential issues or areas that needed improvement.
Created detailed reports outlining progress made on each project.
Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies necessary for landscaping projects.
Collaborated with other departments within the organization as needed.
Performed regular maintenance activities including mowing, edging, trimming shrubs and trees.
Truck Driver
Owner
Lorton, VA
01.2005 - 10.2013
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Landscape Foreman
CLS Landscape Management Inc.
Great Falls, VA
08.1992 - 01.2005
Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
Inspected landscapes after installation to ensure quality standards were met.
Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
Ordered supplies needed for various landscaping tasks as required.
Developed cost estimates for new or additional services requested by customers.
Created plans for new landscape designs based on customer needs.
Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used by crews.
Analyzed soil conditions before beginning any landscape project to determine best course of action.
Monitored daily work schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs within budget parameters.
Identified potential problems that could arise from existing landscape features and proposed solutions accordingly.
Provided guidance to team members regarding proper techniques when performing various landscaping tasks.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service relations.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful completion of interrelated tasks necessary for completing projects.
Evaluated performance of crew members regularly and provided feedback as needed.
Conducted training sessions with crew members on safe operation of machinery and tools used in landscaping operations.
Performed regular inspections on completed projects ensuring they meet specifications set forth in contracts signed with clients.
Delegated tasks to landscaping crews and supervised completion.