Hermes Landscaping is a nationally recognized, award-winning company that has proudly served the Kansas City metro for over 60 years. We are a premier commercial landscape contractor in the commercial construction, commercial maintenance, and snow & ice management in the Kansas City Market. If you have a proven background in managing and leading commercial landscaping operations, a growth mindset, and a track record of scaling healthy business sectors, and you have a passion for operational excellence, we want you on our executive team. Message from Our CEO I built this company on a commitment to best-in-class quality and execution. Today, we are a thriving, full-service landscaping contractor positioned for explosive growth. I am not looking for a manager to maintain the status quo; I am seeking a visionary Senior Director of Commercial Landscape to serve as my strategic partner in driving the company's future. You will have the autonomy to build, scale, and refine our construction division for the next phase of organizational growth. If you are a high-performing leader trapped in a rigid structure, this is your opportunity to exit the bureaucracy and build a lasting legacy with an owner-led company that values your drive, shares your ambition, and rewards your success. The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Commercial Landscape to lead our Commercial Construction Division. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall performance, growth, profitability, and execution of the division. You will lead the people, processes, and operations that transform opportunities into successful projects while developing the next generation of leaders within our organization. What You'll Be Doing Lead our Commercial Division Oversee all commercial landscape construction projects from award to closeout. Train and develop Production Managers, Project Managers, and operational leaders Partner with the CEO to scale our operations and maximize profitability. Recruit, mentor, and coach project managers, field superintendents, and operational teams, developing systems for continuous training and performance improvement Optimize labor, equipment, and materials across all regional sites.

Client Relations:

Oversee business development support, build strategic relationships with general contractors and key commercial clients, and support complex contract negotiations. Troubleshoot any foreseeable issues Drive Operational Excellence Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to company standards Improve operational processes, efficiency, and productivity Monitor labor, equipment, subcontractors, and resource allocation Manage Financial Performance Own divisional revenue, profitability, forecasting, and budgeting Monitor backlog, production performance, and financial results Identify opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency Work with leadership to establish growth objectives and business plans Who We're Looking For This role is best suited for an experienced executive-level leader with a strong background in commercial landscape operations. Experience 10+ years leading commercial landscape construction operations at a senior or executive level Proven experience leading and scaling large-scale commercial landscape construction operations Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, profitability, and operational planning Experience managing Production Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams Demonstrated success improving operational performance and developing leaders Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Landscape Management, Business, or related field preferred but not required with equivalent experience

Our Values:

Communication. Relationships. Excellence. Execution. Developing People. (C.R.E.E.D.) Click the link below to see who we are and what we're really about: https://youtu.be/6YCmYjzbDsQ?si=ChykbX-Scfy2dOsR What We Offer Executive-level compensation package Hermes Profit Sharing Program — when the company wins, you win Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Company vehicle Long-term career growth opportunities Opportunity to lead and grow one of Kansas City's premier commercial landscape construction divisions Hermes Landscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have in landscaping? How many years of leadership experience do you have managing commercial landscape operations? Describe your experience leading commercial landscape operations.

Work Location:

In person