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Taussig Landscape LLC
Chief Operating Officer
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A Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior executive tasked with overseeing the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of a business. The COO typically reports directly to the chief executive officer (CEO) and is considered to be second in the chain of command.
$230,270 / year median in Kansas
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Chief Operating Officer (COO) — Taussig Landscape Wamego / Manhattan, KS | Full-Time | On-site Lead the Operation. Raise the Standard. Taussig Landscape is looking for an experienced operations leader to run a fast-growing, premium landscape company from the inside out. This isn't a corporate role. It's a hands-on leadership position for someone who knows how to build teams, drive performance, and run a service business at a high level — every single day. We're a values-based company built on the belief that great outdoor spaces change the way people live. Our tagline is Enriching Lives Through the Outdoors — and we mean it. If you're someone who takes that kind of pride in what you build, you'll fit right in here. What You'll Do Own day-to-day operations across all departments — maintenance, install, irrigation, snow, and admin Build and enforce the systems, processes, and standards that allow the company to scale without chaos Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of department heads and field leaders Drive financial performance — you know your numbers and you manage to them Identify and eliminate inefficiencies across production, scheduling, equipment, and workflows Own the hiring, onboarding, and training pipeline so we always have the right people in the right seats Maintain the culture and standards that make Taussig Landscape a place people want to work Partner directly with the owner to translate vision into execution and results What We're Looking For Proven experience as a COO, General Manager, or senior operations leader — landscape, construction, or trades background strongly preferred Someone who has actually run crews, managed field operations, and understands what it takes to deliver quality work at scale A builder — you don't just manage what exists, you improve it Strong with people — you can develop leaders, have hard conversations, and build a culture worth being part of Data-driven — you set targets, track the right metrics, and course-correct fast when something's off Organized and disciplined — you run tight meetings, clear processes, and expect the same from your team Experience with CRM, project management, or estimating software is a strong plus (LMN, Aspire, or similar) What We Offer A seat at the table in a growing, purpose-driven company with real upside Direct partnership with the owner — your decisions will shape the direction of this business Competitive compensation based on your experience and the impact you drive A team that wants to be led well and a culture that's ready to level up The chance to build something worth being proud of This role is for someone who wants to lead something real — not manage something comfortable. If that's you, send your resume and a short note about your operations background to Derek@taussiglandscape.com Wamego / Manhattan, KS — Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.