Landscaping Project Manager - Design Build at Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

With over 38 years of residential, cabin, lake home, and commercial design/build experience, Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape has built a reputation for creativity, craftsmanship, and environmentally responsible solutions tailored to each client's unique style. Founded in 1987, the company has grown from a neighborhood yard care service into a full-scale landscape design and build firm serving the region from its home base in Hermantown/Duluth. Every project begins with a personalized consultation to ensure the final result reflects the client's vision—making Miller Creek a trusted partner for beautiful, functional outdoor spaces.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Landscaping Project Manager to join our team and play a key role in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

We offer a competitive compensation package including a starting pay between $32-$38/hourly plus opportunities for overtime.

Additional benefits include:

• Seasonal Bonus
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Time off request forms are easily accessible and always available.

Requirements for our Landscaping Project Manager – Design Build

• Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Construction Management, or related field preferred or 5 years of related experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in landscape installation. Experience in landscape project management or a similar role.
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• MN DOT Medical Card (Required)
• Certification in Landscape Management or Construction (e.g., CLM, CLT, or similar) preferred.
• OSHA Safety Certification or similar preferred
• Experience with large scale projects including commercial, municipal, or large residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of landscape construction, design/build, horticulture, and hardscaping techniques.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Problem solving; ability to handle unexpected challenges such as budget overruns, delays due to weather, or supply chain issues while keeping the project on track.
• Attention to detail.
• Ensuring quality control and precision in the work done by teams.

Primary Responsibilities for our Landscaping Project Manager – Design Build

• · Plan and oversee landscape projects from start to finish (site prep, hardscape, softscape, sod).
• · Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, materials, and resources.
• · Lead and supervise landscape crews; manage scheduling and daily production.
• · Coordinate with designers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• · Order materials, arrange trucking, and manage equipment and site logistics.
• · Monitor project budgets, labor hours, overtime, and material usage.
• · Conduct site inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with regulations.
• · Serve as primary client contact, providing updates and resolving issues promptly.
• · Manage change orders and address on-site challenges proactively.
• · Other duties as assigned.