Horticulturist

Job Description

Role & responsibilities 1. To partner HOD in Planning & Execution of approved Landscape development plans from the stage of conception, design, maintenance and handover for all projects including Pan India. 2. To ensure coordination with all concerned / relevant departments such as Architecture, Construction, Contract, Purchase, Govt. and nodal agencies. 3. To design, plan, and coordinate plant material installation including annuals, perennials, ground covers, shrubs, trees, turf grass and tropical plants. 4. To inspect the gardens for damage by pests, physical damage and environmental conditions. Report problems to the appropriate supervisor. 5. To assist with the research and selection of new plant materials. 6. To Install and maintain aquatic systems. Perform daily grounds maintenance including trash removal, removal of dead plants and area cleaning. 7. To maintain and monitor irrigation systems and discuss changes in frequency or duration with the supervisor. 8. To carry out maintenance, cultural operations, undertake gardening techniques, plant protection measures and monitoring, motivating the team of gardeners. 9. To monitor, execute, certify and obtain approval for: a) Quality and quantity of the materials as required b) Garden drainage c) Soil and manure filling d) Irrigation e) Execution of planting plan f) Electrical / electrification g) Progress at sites h) Timely & Quality completion of landscape plans. 10. To be responsible for creating a Nursery (garden center) at Raheja District & other locations; which will be used as a supply source for all the nursery requirements at all the project sites. 11. To supervise work physically to improve workmanship and speed 12. To coordinate with consultants, Architects, site engineers, other specialist consultants & suppliers. 13. To verify the bills for certification by HOD and entry in SAP . 14. To train and motivate the team for economical, timely and high quality execution of the project. 15. To execute and maintain the landscapes to the highest standards at all times. 16. To assist HOD in preparing yearly budget for all Horticultural / Landscaping expenses & monitor from time to time. 17. To carry out any other tasks as assigned by the Management from time to time. 18. To ensure MIS report on Landscape expenses / activities on monthly/quarterly basis. Required Candidate profile Bachelors degree in Horticulture/ Agriculture/ Forestry is the minimum requirement. Landscape designing, horticulture & gardening techniques, reading drawings. Aesthetic, good communication skills, should be organized, responsible, flexible, accommodative, and possessing an aptitude for science and art. With 15+ yrs experience in Real Estate.