Field Operations Coordinator
The Field Operations Coordinator manages the expediting of project scheduling, strategic planning and cross-team integration of landscape design-build projects of varying scales and complexity. Working closely with the management team, the Field Operations Coordinator helps strategize seamless project execution day-to-day while balancing in-house expertise with the integration of select subcontractors. This is a dynamic multi-faceted position that combines project and budget management with on site troubleshooting and a practical awareness of design-build best practices.
Proven track record in field operations leadership and project management within landscape design-build with a fast project turnover.
Minimum 6 years experience managing installation and/or land management crews in multiple modalities (build/hardscape, grading, planting, invasives management, stormwater management).
Hands-on leadership is a must; the ideal candidate will have a strong practical background in landscape design, build sequencing and a proficiency in land management best practices.
Proven ability to track budgets, manage payments and oversee financial aspects of subcontractor work.
This is a full-time salaried position commensurate with experience.
Benefits package include company holidays, PTO, 401k with employer match, healthcare/dental stipend, paid parental leave, continuing ed. workwear stipend.
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN & STEWARDSHIP?
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
We hire year-round when meeting candidates with unique qualifications or experience. We encourage talented individuals to introduce themselves via a cover letter, resume and portfolio (if applicable) via email Successful applicants often:
Have a proven track record in ecologically driven residential design and/or stewardship
Exhibit expertise working with native plant habitats
Demonstrate an awareness of landscape design-build from multiple vantage points
Are enthusiastic about our Greenway Network methodology and best practices
speaking engagements
We love what we do, and we love talking about it!
We’ve spoken to home gardeners at the Philadelphia Flower Show, appeared as podcast guests to discuss our Greenway initiative, presented to the trade at ecological landscape conferences and offered in-the-field education for schools and neighborhood groups.
Whatever the context, we feel strongly that spreading the word about the importance of an ecologically orientated landscape matters.
seasonal field work
thank you for your interest in working with refugia
Check back here for Seasonal Help positions most often posted in the Spring + Fall.
We look to forward to meeting you!