Site Manager

Description

*C27 - CA Contractor's License is REQUIRED for this position*

We are seeking a mission-driven Site Manager to oversee operations at San Joaquin National Cemetery, a National Shrine dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of our Nation’s Veterans. This role requires a hands-on leader with a commitment to excellence, reverence, and detail, who can guide all on-site activities in accordance with federal standards and contractual requirements. The Site Manager will lead a crew of grounds personnel and actively work alongside them to complete day-to-day responsibilities. This is a working leadership role — ideal for someone who is equally confident operating equipment and managing performance. 

*C27 - CA Contractor's License is REQUIRED for this position*

Key Responsibilities: 

· Serve as the on-site leader, ensuring contract performance complies with NCA’s standards for grounds maintenance, headstone alignment, and cemetery appearance. 

· Maintain coordination with the assigned Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to avoid interference with burials and ceremonies. 

· Lead and participate in day-to-day operations including mowing, trimming, herbicide application, irrigation systems, tree care, and headstone maintenance. 

· Supervise, train, and lead cemetery grounds personnel and any subcontractors, ensuring efficient scheduling and respectful conduct at all times. 

· Conduct on-site inspections and quality checks to verify compliance with performance metrics and federal standards. 

· Reassign personnel and equipment in real time to minimize downtime and optimize task coverage. 

· Ensure OSHA safety standards and cemetery-specific dress code and decorum are upheld. 

Requirements

 *C27 - CA Contractor's License is REQUIRED for this position* 

Other Required Qualifications: 

· Prior supervisory or management experience in groundskeeping operations or maintenance-heavy environments. 

· Strong organizational and communication skills; must be able to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment. 

· Comfortable managing work schedules in variable weather conditions and during peak seasonal periods. 

· Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain adequate auto insurance are required. 

· OSHA 10 minimum certification required. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

· Experience with cemetery or groundskeeping operations on federal contracts. Demonstrated experience interpreting and fulfilling federal Statements of Work (SOW) is a plus.  

· Prior service or familiarity with military customs and traditions. 

· OSHA 30 Certification.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Teams.