Manager - Horticultural

Responsibilities

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• Landscaping & Garden Management
• Develop and implement landscaping plans for gardens, lawns, green belts, and indoor/outdoor plants.
• Monitor plant health, soil conditions, irrigation, pruning, pest control, and maintenance schedules.
• Oversee plantation activities including selection of plant species, seasonal plants, and nursery coordination.
• Ensure upkeep and maintenance of horticultural equipment, irrigation systems, and garden infrastructure.
• Implement eco-friendly practices such as composting, waste recycling, and water-efficient irrigation.
• Manage seasonal horticulture plans and ensure timely execution of plantation, pruning, and fertilization cycles.
• Coordinate with external vendors for landscaping, maintenance contracts, and procurement of horticultural materials.
• Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with service-level agreements.
• Supervise a team of gardeners, supervisors, and contractual staff.
• Provide training on plant care, safety procedures, and efficient horticultural practices.
• Ensure workforce allocation and productivity management.
• Prepare annual budgets for horticulture operations, tools, materials, and manpower.
• Maintain records related to plant inventory, maintenance schedules, and expenditure.
• Prepare reports on horticulture activities and share updates with management.
• Ensure all horticultural activities follow safety standards and organizational guidelines.
• Monitor compliance with environmental norms and sustainability initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Botany, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in landscaping, horticulture management, or estate/green area maintenance.
• Experience working in corporate campuses, industrial estates, real estate townships, or large institutional gardens preferred.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of plant species, garden design, and horticulture techniques.
• Hands-on experience in irrigation systems, pest/disease management, and landscape equipment.
• Good leadership, communication, and vendor-management skills.
• Ability to plan, budget, and execute horticultural projects efficiently.
• Understanding of sustainability and eco-friendly horticulture practices.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and visual appeal of landscaped areas
• Plant survival rate and health metrics
• Timely completion of maintenance schedules
• Vendor performance and cost efficiency
• Compliance with safety and environmental standards

Skills Required
garden design