Regional Landscape Manager - Atlanta, GA

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Regional Landscape Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping the appearance, functionality, sustainability, and long-term value of our communities. Serving as a trusted business partner to Investments, Development, Construction, and Operations leaders, you will oversee the full lifecycle of landscape maintenance, capital improvement, and enhancement projects across multiple markets. Your expertise will directly influence resident experience, asset performance, curb appeal, operational efficiency, and investment outcomes. This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects, drive strategic decision-making, and make a visible impact on communities while partnering with talented cross-functional teams committed to excellence.   

In this highly visible role, you will manage the full lifecycle of landscape initiatives—from budgeting, due diligence, and project planning to execution, quality control, and completion. You will be responsible for ensuring landscape projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards while supporting acquisition efforts, driving sustainability initiatives, and partnering with stakeholders to create exceptional community environments.  Key responsibilities include:

• Lead landscape maintenance, enhancement, and capital improvement programs across assigned communities, ensuring quality, consistency, and long-term asset value. 


• Develop operating and capital budgets, provide cost estimates, and manage project financial performance for landscape-related services and improvements. 


• Select, manage, and evaluate landscape contractors and specialty vendors while ensuring contractual compliance and high service standards. 


• Conduct regular site visits and quality audits to assess landscape conditions, identify opportunities, and ensure project and maintenance expectations are met. 


• Partner with Operations, Investments, Development, and Construction teams to support acquisitions, due diligence efforts, and ongoing community initiatives. 


• Manage the full lifecycle of landscape projects, including planning, scoping, scheduling, execution, quality control, and project closeout. 


• Coordinate with Landscape Architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies to develop designs, secure approvals, and ensure successful project delivery. 


• Oversee ancillary landscape services, including irrigation, drainage, lighting, arbor care, hardscape enhancements, and other property improvement projects. 


• Promote sustainable landscape practices and provide strategic recommendations that balance aesthetics, functionality, environmental stewardship, and long-term maintenance efficiency. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in the green industry with working knowledge of business accounting, P&L statements, and horticulture practices 


• Knowledgeable in construction documentation, design/industry standards, and codes; accurate production, review, and editing of drawings and written documentation 


• Solid ability to manage project team members and advance design work 


• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills 


• Highly effective written, verbal, and graphic communication skills 


• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suites, MS Office and various costing and estimating programs 


• Ability to travel to multiple markets, up to 60%. 

About Cortland

Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

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