Horticulturist Landscape Architect

RogueSearch is seeking a highly skilled Horticulturist/Landscape Architect to lead our landscape management team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership, management, and oversight of our horticultural landscape-related activities.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute long-term strategic plans for landscape operations, conduct market research, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Financial Stewardship: Oversee the department's budget development and management, prepare and analyze financial reports, and negotiate contracts with vendors.
• Team Development: Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team of landscape professionals, provide mentorship and guidance, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Project Management Excellence: Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of landscape projects, develop comprehensive project timelines and budgets, and monitor project progress.
• Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship: Implement sustainable landscaping practices, explore and adopt innovative green technologies, and collaborate with other departments to integrate sustainability into our operations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, conduct regular audits and inspections, and develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Customer Service Excellence: Foster strong relationships with residents, staff, and stakeholders, respond promptly to customer inquiries, and continuously strive to exceed customer expectations.
• Pest and Tree Management: Oversee the prevention, control, and treatment of pests and diseases, manage the organization's arboricultural program, and ensure compliance with local and state regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in landscape management, preferably in a Master Planned Community
• FNGLA Certification required
• Current Certified Pest Control Operator and Certified Arborist certifications or the ability to obtain them within one year of employment
• A valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving history
• Proven leadership and management skills with a track record of success
• Strong knowledge of plant and soil science, irrigation, landscape design, maintenance, and horticultural practices
• Experience with contract management, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of landscaping methods and proper use of chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides
• Ability to identify common plants and insect or disease conditions on plants

• Certified Pest Control Operator and Certified Arborist certifications
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred
• Experience with sustainable landscaping practices and green infrastructure
• Education in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, irrigation, or any similar trade is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
• Honesty and integrity
• Team builder and team player
• Emotionally intelligent
• Self-motivated
• Strong work ethic
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion