Landscape Construction Manager

Landscape Construction Manager Location: Southwest London (Primarily West London & Home Counties) Salary: 65k-75k depending on experience + 25 days holiday (Inc 5 sick day after probation) + pension Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm The Landscape Construction Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging design intent with physical execution on some of the most demanding and design-led gardens in the UK. Operating at the core of site-based delivery, this person is responsible for translating design documentation into flawlessly built environments - managing site teams, subcontractors, schedules, health & safety, and quality assurance across several live projects. This is a leadership role for a highly organised and technically proficient individual with deep knowledge of hard and soft landscaping practices, site logistics, and programme delivery in a high-end residential context. Core Responsibilities: Project Execution & Site Coordination * Act as the primary site lead for day-to-day build execution across one or more live sites. * Interpret and set out from technical drawings and design packages, flagging any discrepancies or buildability concerns to the Design and Contracts teams immediately. * Manage all physical aspects of the build: groundworks, structural elements, paving, external joinery, irrigation infrastructure, lighting cable routes, planting beds, and final finishes. * Ensure sequencing of works is logical, coordinated with subcontractors, and in line with the main project programme. Team Management * Lead the site team including Site Managers, Skilled Landscapers, and Landscape Operatives. * Provide morning briefings and end-of-day debriefs to track task completion, reallocate labour, and identify next steps. * Coach junior team members in site skills, material handling, and design comprehension. Labour & Subcontractor Planning * Forecast and communicate labour requirements to Contracts Manager weekly. * Coordinate the activity of subcontractors and specialists (e.g., stone suppliers, irrigation engineers, lighting installers). * Ensure clear, respectful communication among all trades to maintain site harmony and pace. Programme & Milestone Monitoring * Monitor project timeline on a daily basis and proactively raise alerts where slippage may occur. * Contribute to internal programme tracking using MS Project or other systems. * Attend weekly office meetings with Contracts Managers and Designers to report on site progress and raise technical or logistical issues. Health & Safety (H&S) * Take full responsibility for on-site H&S compliance including induction, PPE, RAMS implementation, and daily safety checks. * Lead toolbox talks and ensure all incidents or near misses are reported and reviewed. * Maintain a clean and safe site at all times, in line with CDM requirements and internal standards. Procurement & Materials Coordination * Liaise with the Contracts Manager and Procurement team to coordinate delivery schedules. * Receive, inspect, and store deliveries on site, reporting any damage or incorrect items immediately. * Ensure correct materials are used on site in accordance with design and specification. Client & Designer Engagement * Attend regular client meetings on site and contribute to updates, reporting on progress, variations, and key decisions. * Ensure minutes of site meetings are recorded and shared internally and externally as required. * Be a positive representative of the company’s ethos, standards, and communication values. Quality Control * Personally oversee critical path elements such as stonework installation, joinery positioning, and planting layouts. * Maintain photographic records and daily logs. * Sign off works with Contracts Manager and contribute to snagging inspections before handover. Required Skills & Experience 7+ years’ hands-on experience in landscape construction, with a minimum of 3 years managing teams or sites in the luxury/high-spec market. Demonstrable success delivering large-scale residential gardens with complex logistics, detailed finishes, and tight timelines. Proficient in interpreting construction drawings and technical detailing. Strong understanding of landscaping materials, drainage, ground preparation, site levels, and sequencing. Experience in managing subcontractors, setting out works, and programme management. Proven ability to coordinate across design, procurement, and commercial teams. Tools & Qualifications CSCS Supervisor or Management Card (Essential) SSSTS or SMSTS (Preferred – training can be provided) First Aid at Work Certificate (Desirable) Full UK Driving Licence (Essential) Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook) Familiarity with MS Project or similar programme tracking software Career Pathway This role is a strategic pathway toward a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Delivery Manager position. You will work closely with Directors, Designers, and Quantity Surveyors, and will be provided with mentorship and structured growth opportunities across the business