Why Southern Land?
Our full-service company is comprised of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, and resident experience professionals—all in-house and working together every day to envision and create uniquely beautiful places.
Position Summary
Southern Land Company, a national real estate development and construction firm is seeking a full-time Horticulture Services Coordinator for our Multifamily Properties to join our dynamic team.
The Horticultural Services Coordinator position includes various duties involving the overall organization and image of the horticultural assets at Southern Land Company. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to provide information and service to a wide range of internal and external contacts. With 11 buildings currently operational and more on the horizon, this position will work closely with the Director of Horticulture to collaborate with Third-Party vendors and on-site management at SLC communities to deliver lush and beautiful landscapes.
Essential Functions
- Handles all communication with SLC Landscape Service Contractors and on-site SLC management regarding landscape maintenance schedules, special projects and seasonal plantings.
- Follows up with contractors and on-site SLC management to confirm tasks were completed to SLC standards.
- Collects and documents all seasonal planting programs including grower info, plant species, sizes and quantities as well as dates of installation and performance.
- Creates, seasonal design color books.
- Collects and documents feedback from all stakeholders on each property, including owners, on-site managers and residents.
- Prepares RFP’s and bid packages for service contracts and special projects.
- Seeks out and does initial screenings of potential new service providers in each market.
- Tracks all landscape costs and works with on-site management as well as SLC accounting to properly code and approve invoices.
- Compiles all the information to help the Director of Horticulture prepare budgets.
- Prepare quarterly horticulture reports for each site.
- Provides a wide range of office administration and support to Director of Horticulture.
- Travel approximately 3-4 times annually.
- Assist Horticulture in sourcing materials and tagging.
- Plays an important role during the construction phase of new buildings to ensure all installations are aligned with the contract scope as well as SLC standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must have exemplary interpersonal skills, positive attitude and ability to work seamlessly with other departments and stakeholders, internal and external. Follow-through on action items is a must.
- Customer service oriented.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong knowledge of Excel.
- Ability to keep sensitive information highly confidential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to take initiative, use good judgment, demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, and carry multiple projects through to completion.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently, prioritize work and ask for further clarification when necessary.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Passionate about plants/gardening with design and maintenance experience.
- 2+ years of experience in a similar administrative role.
- Deep knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
- Must be punctual, exhibit exceptional people skills and can work as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written skills required.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Degree in Horticulture or Landscape Design.
- 5+ years working for a high-end landscape contractor.
Company Overview
Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.
We Have…
- A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
- Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
- An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
- A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!
Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off. Southern Land Company is a Drug Free Workplace. For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.
The above information is only an illustration of the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.
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