Paul Zollinger
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Accomplished professional with many years of experience. Successful at leading crews by training, monitoring daily activities, and resolving issues. Talented at motivating workers and enforcing procedures for quality results. Skilled Manager with extensive experience managing personnel, clients, budgets, projects and work sites. Dedicated to building lasting relationships with customers, understanding expectations and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Manager
Roth Landscape Services
Draper, , UT
03.2016 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented landscape maintenance plans for commercial, industrial and residential properties.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding plant selection, planting techniques and pest control methods.
- Supervised day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Designed layouts for projects according to client budgets, desires and available space.
- Sourced landscape and plant materials from local vendors to minimize delays or downtime.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly through effective communication strategies.
- Oversaw the installation of new plants, trees and shrubs according to industry standards.
- Inspected irrigation systems regularly to detect any leaks or malfunctions affecting performance.
- Certified in fertilizer, weed, and pest control management and applications.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders and invoices for billing purposes.
- Reviewed completed work to monitor and enforce quality standards and requirements.
Owner
Z Properties Management
Eagle Mountain, UT
01.1999 - 03.2016
- Took charge of all aspects of business functioning, from handling contract bids to fostering mutually beneficial relationships with vendors and customers
- Created and organized employee schedules on a regular basis
- Led quality control initiatives, responded to customer inquiries promptly, and maintained a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Managed all financial transactions, including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and reporting
- Achieved consistent growth in client base and maintained high customer loyalty on a quarterly basis.
- Successfully executed a wide range of tasks including lawn care, pruning, pesticide and fertilizer management, landscaping design and installation as well as sprinkler system design while catering to both commercial and residential properties.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Controller
Roth Landscaping
Draper, UT
11.1996 - 01.1999
- Facilitated the installation and training of staff members on a computer-based accounting system within the organization.
- Implemented accounting procedures resulted in substantial client growth and reduction of office staff
- Generated detailed reports analyzing costs and profitability, facilitating effective evaluation of necessary changes
- Effectively maintained and managed vendor relationships in conjunction with reconciling a detailed general ledger of all accounts.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Maintained general ledger integrity through review of account balances and transactions ensuring accuracy of information reported in the financial statements.
- Streamlined operations to improve on-time collections and reduce invoice processing time.
Commercial/Residential Manager
Roth Landscaping
Draper, UT
11.1994 - 11.1996
- Managed all aspects of commercial landscape installations including hardscape and irrigation systems.
- Efficiently facilitated coordination between commercial job owners and contract companies.
- Ensured employees were efficiently managed to ensure successful completion of projects within designated deadlines.
- Successfully bid on irrigation and landscape design projects, ensuring efficient installation
- Demonstrating expertise in plant materials, particularly perennials, combined with extensive experience in design.
- Implemented seasonal color change outs to maintain aesthetic quality.
- Managed commercial and residential customer requests.
Owner/Manager
Greenlon Landscape and Spraying
Keller, TX
02.1986 - 11.1990
- Implemented effective strategies for the seamless management of general journal, receivables, and cash receipts
- Prepared and maintained yearly and monthly budgets
- Interviewed and hired full-time and seasonal employees
- Design and implement marketing strategies for diverse target groups.
- Handled responsibilities for payroll management, accounts payable, and tax reporting.
- Provided guidance to supervisors on work projects and assignments
- Designed landscapes and sprinkler systems while drafting proposals and bids for both commercial and residential clients
- Certified in fertilizer, weed, and pest control management and applications.
Self-Employed Farmer and Dairyman
Zollinger Farms & Dairy
Burley, ID
05.1977 - 02.1986
- Responsible for the management and supervision of an expansive 800-acre farm and its accompanying 200-cow dairy operation.
- Managed a team consisting of ten full-time employees as well as thirty seasonal employees on a yearly basis. Prepared comprehensive budgets to control expenses while forecasting annual income.
- Implemented full control over all bookkeeping duties
- Managed payroll, benefits, accounts payable, tax reporting information.
- Executed assignments associated with the cultivation and harvesting of sugar beets, grain, barley, and corn throughout the year
- Monthly testing requirements and management of dairy employees was handled
- Developed and executed strategy to increase daily milk production via feed supplements.
Education
Bachelors of Science - AgriBusiness
Brigham Young University
Associate of Applied Science - Finance and Credit
Salt Lake Community College
Skills
- Proposal Writing
- Supply procurement
- Project Management
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective Communication
- Deadline Management
Professional Highlights
Extensive experience in landscape management, design and installation, weed and pest control, soils and fertilization. Personnel management, budgets, payroll and accounting practices.
References
Personal and professional references available upon request
Timeline
Landscape Manager
Roth Landscape Services
03.2016 - 03.2023
Owner
Z Properties Management
01.1999 - 03.2016
Controller
Roth Landscaping
11.1996 - 01.1999
Commercial/Residential Manager
Roth Landscaping
11.1994 - 11.1996
Owner/Manager
Greenlon Landscape and Spraying
02.1986 - 11.1990
Self-Employed Farmer and Dairyman
Zollinger Farms & Dairy
05.1977 - 02.1986
Bachelors of Science - AgriBusiness
Brigham Young University
Associate of Applied Science - Finance and Credit
Salt Lake Community College
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