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Commercial Landscape - Area Manager

Complete Landscaping Services, Sterling, VA, United States


Position
Commercial Landscape - Area Manager

Location
Sterling, VA

Job Id
152

# of Openings
1

About Complete Landscaping Service
Complete Landscaping Services is part of Monarch Landscape Companies, a leading network of landscape brands across the U.S. We proudly serve commercial clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and deliver reliable, high-quality landscape maintenance and construction services. At Complete, your achievements determine your rewards, your abilities define your success, and your professionalism leads to autonomy!

Job Summary
As an Area Manager, you will oversee daily operations across multiple accounts in your assigned territory. You will ensure exceptional service delivery, client satisfaction, crew development, and operational excellence. This role is key to driving crew productivity, workplace safety, and client retention.

Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Landscape Architecture, or Horticulture preferred

Experience

Minimum 5 years in a related role

Commercial property management and HOA Boards experience a plus

Licenses & Certifications

Valid driver’s license

Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, or ability to obtain within 1 year

Certified Landscape Technician (CLT), or ability to obtain within 1 year

Strong leadership and team-building abilities

Excellent relationship-building and client communication skills

Proficiency with commercial landscape equipment and irrigation systems

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking abilities

Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities
Client & Site Management

Serve as the main client contact for day-to-day site issues

Conduct site walk-throughs with clients and company representatives

Ensure services meet contract specifications, schedules, budgets, and quality standards

Identify opportunities for maintenance, irrigation upgrades, and enhancements

Team Leadership & Operations

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 15–20 employees

Plan labor needs, hire or terminate staff as necessary

Review and approve timesheets for payroll accuracy

Foster employee morale, recognize achievements, and support professional growth

Monitor safety compliance and enforce site safety protocols

Business & Financial Oversight

Analyze cost reports and budget variances

Collaborate with Service & Operations Support on minor extra work projects

Partner with Project Managers on client communications and larger projects

Meet or exceed annual sales goals

Maintain accurate client and project records in CRM software

Total Rewards
At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Retirement Savings & Employee Equity Program

Flexible Time Off, 6 paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty

Education Assistance & Career Advancement

Company Vehicle

On-Demand Pay through DailyPay

Referral Bonus Programs

Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

Pay range:

$60,000 - $75,000

Commission:

1% - 2% commission paid on ancillary gross margin sales

Contact Information
Maryland
2410 Crain Highway
Bowie, Maryland 20716
301-781-7504
info@completelandscapingservice.com

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