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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; effective winter 2026.

Benefits package include company holidays, PTO, 401k with employer match, healthcare/dental stipend, paid parental leave, continuing ed. workwear stipend.

Lead Steward (2026 Season)

Lead Stewards maintain company standards of quality, aesthetics and ecological best practices in Refugia’s award-winning Greenway Network of functional, resilient and immersive native habitat throughout PA, DE & NJ.  The ideal candidate is a hands-on motivated problem solver with 3+ years experience leading a team in professional landscape maintenance.

This is a not an entry level position. We are looking to meet a dedicated horticulturist who is passionate about functional resilient landscapes with a proven track record in upholding standards of quality, aesthetics and ecological best practices at a variety of scales. Must-have’s include:

• Strong ability to read a landscape and reinforce design intent while balancing plant succession

• Confidence to balance immediate tasks with long-term to-do’s, defining priorities for co-workers and delegating tasks accordingly

• Robust experience managing properties with an eye towards client budgets; both current and future

This is a full-time position effective March 2026; with the possibility of some Fall 2025 onboarding (depending on applicant availability).

Benefits package include company holidays, PTO, 401k with employer match, healthcare/dental stipend, paid parental leave, continuing ed. workwear stipend.

Internship Program 2026

Refugia has offered an internship program since 2021. Designed for those seeking to immerse themselves in real-world landscape design and stewardship with an award-winning, mission-driving firm, candidates experience multiple facets of ecological design-build, its methodology and best practices.

More information to follow regarding our 2026 internship.

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

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!