Sports Field Project Manager

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Grounds Manager to oversee the grounds maintenance operations at our client’s facility. The Grounds Manager will be responsible for ensuring the grounds are maintained to the highest standards, managing a team of groundskeepers, and coordinating with other departments to support the overall facility operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and extensive knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance.

$80k-$100k/Yr. The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program.

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member.

• Supervise, train, and manage a team of groundskeepers and landscaping staff.
• Schedule and assign daily tasks and projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely completion of work.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching to team members.
• Oversee the maintenance of lawns, gardens, trees, shrubs, and other landscaping elements to ensure a well‑kept appearance.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, including mowing, trimming, fertilizing, watering, and pest control.
• Ensure all equipment and tools are properly maintained and in good working order.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to grounds maintenance and landscaping.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to protect staff and visitors.
• Conduct regular safety training and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Manage the grounds maintenance budget, ensuring cost‑effective use of resources.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment, ordering materials as needed to support operations.
• Monitor and control expenses to stay within budgetary constraints.
• Collaborate with other departments and facility management to coordinate grounds maintenance activities and support facility events and projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to address concerns and ensure satisfaction.
• Prepare and present reports on grounds maintenance activities, progress, and issues to management.
• This position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions. Must be able to perform physical tasks including liftin, bending, and operating grounds maintenance equipment.

• High school diploma or GED required, degree in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of horticultural practices, plant care, and landscaping techniques.
• Experience with grounds maintenance equipment and tools, including mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Grounds Manager (CGM) or Pesticide Applicator License preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world.

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