Landscaping Manager at Alaro City

 Plan and execute landscaping in priority areas, including but not limited to:

• Entrance perimeter setback;
• Helipad area;
• Activation Road medians and plot setback;
•  Main Boulevard medians and plot setback;
• Universal access road;
• Site Office and Universal show home;
• Greenways 1 & 2 (inclusive of the utilities corridor); and
• Nursery Area.
• Consistently maintain and enhance an area’s physical appearance, aesthetics and provide  environmental benefits by designing and implementing landscaping of the precincts and public  spaces within Alaro City.
• Maintenance of the landscaped areas within Alaro City.
• Restoration of common green spaces disturbed by construction.
• Ensure post planting clean-up of the roads, paths, drain covers and drainage.
• Oversee the hiring and management of staff, casual workers and specialist consultants.
• Conduct preliminary studies and analyse environmental reports on land conditions such as  contours, ecology, drainage, and energy usage.
• Confer with clients, engineers, and building architects to understand the project’s landscaping  requirements.
• Assist with the environmental impact assessment and ensure that it is adhered to.
• Work with and assist the Construction & Delivery team, the City management team and Utilities  team in delivering a landscaping design concept
• Prepare graphic representations of proposed plans using computer-aided design and drafting  (CAD) software.
• Compile a budget for the landscaping works and landscaping maintenance requirements,  including tools and equipment to be purchased and rented.
• Inspect landscaping work to ensure that it adheres to original plans, the agreed time plan, and  costs.
• Prepare and submit reports and updates to your Line Manager, including but not limited to  landscaping progress and maintenance reports, development plans, and all other reports as  requested.
• Develop, implement and periodically update the landscaping guidelines for the Alaro City  Development Control Committee.
• Plan and deliver effective management of plant nurseries.

REQUIREMENTS

Hard skills and experience:

• Higher Diploma/ undergraduate degree in Landscaping, Horticulture or related discipline from a reputable institution
• Must have at least 6 - 8 years of proven working experience;
• Must have hands on of at least 5 years’ experience in landscaping, and preventive  maintenance of large green spaces;
• Effective development/project management skills;
• Excellent budgeting skills;
• Excellent reporting skills.

Soft skills:

• Mature, pragmatic and flexible. 
• Team player but comfortable working autonomously. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Rigorous and organized approach. 
• Good attention to detail. 
• Hands-on, ready to roll up the sleeves. 
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and maintain organization in a rapidly changing  environment. 

Personal characteristics:

• High energy;
• Result-oriented;
• Strong work ethic;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure; and
•  Desire to live and work in Epe, Lagos