We're Hiring

Mariposa Gardening and Design is a women-run landscape design cooperative that builds outdoor living spaces that are truly alive. By working with nature to restore its natural systems, Mariposa combines aesthetics and ethos to create gardens that satisfy a primal human desire to experience the elegant beauty of nature. Mariposa does what’s right for the land, and gives homeowners an outdoor sanctuary that finally feels like home.

The primary responsibility of this position is to work in the field with the Install Team to manage and oversee all aspects of Mariposa’s multiple Residential Landscaping Projects from pre-construction through close-out. The Project Manager works onsite to manage staff and subcontractors, to ultimately deliver a well-built project on time, within budget and with the highest standard of quality. This role requires excellent organization, personnel management and time management skills. It also requires a fundamental understanding of the landscape construction industry and state codes for construction. The Project Manager leads teams, communicates with clients and coordinates with all parties. Our ideal candidate is interested in supporting our mission to strive to build outdoor environments that reveal the elegant beauty of nature by doing what’s right for the land.

This is a part time position at 12-16 hours per week.

Onsite Management

• Team Leadership: Manage and motivate crews, including crew leaders, subcontractors, and other professionals working on the project.
• In field Client Communication: Build strong relationships with clients, effectively communicating project progress, changes, and potential issues.
• Contractor Coordination: Manage contracts, communicate with general contractors, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.
• On-Site Supervision: Oversee project execution, conduct site visits to ensure quality and compliance with project plans, and resolve on-site issues.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Monitor budgets, track project progress, and ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Resource Management: Manage project resources, including equipment, materials, and personnel.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all projects and field activities comply with safety regulations and standards.
• Quality Control: Adhere to the design, and ensure that all work is following local and state construction codes
• Documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, contracts, and change orders.

Internal Management 

• Work in coordination with the Remote Project Manager by providing weekly updates of project progress.

• Strong Leadership and Communication: Ability to lead and motivate teams, and effectively communicate with clients, contractors, and staff.
• Project Management Skills: Experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Knowledge of Landscape Design and Construction: Understanding of landscape design principles, construction techniques, and plant materials.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve project challenges efficiently.
• Technical Skills: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience: Relevant experience in landscape construction, project management, or a related field.
• Certifications: (Optional) Certifications in project management, CA Landscape Contractors License, or related fields may be beneficial.
• Construction Documents: Can understand and read construction documents, lead design element layouts and accurately implement each element according to the design. 

Must Have:

• Valid California  Driver's License
• Smart Phone

Pay Range:

•     $30-$45 D.O.E.

Benefits:

• Accrued sick and PTO
• Matching IRA
• Opportunity to co-own in a profitable and growing business
• Use of company car
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to expand skill sets
• Monthly Health and Wellness stipend
• Phone stipend