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Michael Hott

New Market,VA

Summary

Dynamic Landscape Manager with extensive experience at the City of Harrisonburg VA, excelling in project planning and environmental compliance. Proven track record in enhancing landscape aesthetics and client satisfaction through innovative design and effective communication. Skilled in water management and team leadership, driving sustainable practices and fostering positive relationships with clients and vendors.

Experienced with landscape design, horticulture, and project management. Utilizes innovative techniques to enhance green spaces while ensuring client satisfaction. Track record of fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards in all landscaping endeavors.

Hardworking Supervisor offering Number-year history of leading landscaping and groundskeeper teams to provide superior results. Skilled in communicating with clients to determine job needs. Versed in landscaping design, equipment safety and task delegation.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Arboriculture professional with proven ability to nurture and maintain diverse tree species. Known for collaborating effectively with teams to achieve landscape goals and adapting to evolving project requirements. Competent in tree risk assessments and soil management, valued for reliability and adaptability.

Experienced tree care professional prepared to excel in all aspects of arboriculture. Strong background in tree maintenance, pruning, and hazard assessment, ensuring healthy and safe environments. Focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in using climbing equipment and chainsaws, with keen understanding of plant health and disease management. Reliable, safety-conscious, and dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.

Knowledgeable Desired Position with proven history of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results.

Professional with robust background in directing and managing large-scale operations, consistently driving success through strategic planning and execution. Adept at implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and operational effectiveness. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Knowledgeable Desired Position with solid background in landscape management. Successfully oversaw numerous projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and strategic planning.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Manager/ Arborist

City of Harrisonburg VA
10.2018 - Current
  • Managed diverse landscaping projects from initial concept through installation, ensuring on-time completion and budget adherence.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize risk of accidents and injuries among team members during landscaping operations.
  • Maximized plant health by developing customized care programs tailored to specific species'' needs within each property''s ecosystem.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to assess landscaping conditions and identify areas for improvement or enhancement.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing and securing top-quality materials for each project.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in the landscaping industry to stay current with best practices and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
  • Optimized irrigation systems for efficient water usage, promoting environmental sustainability and cost savings.
  • Enhanced overall landscape aesthetics by implementing innovative design concepts and plant arrangements.
  • Revitalized underperforming landscapes by diagnosing issues and implementing targeted solutions that improved overall appearance and health.
  • Coordinated with municipal agencies to secure necessary permits for landscaping projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
  • Collaborated with architects and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of landscape designs into overall project plans.
  • Developed comprehensive landscape plans for various projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills through meticulous record-keeping of project details, materials inventory, and client communication logs.
  • Contributed to revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities through networking events and referrals from satisfied clients.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by streamlining landscape management processes and adopting sustainable practices.
  • Trained and supervised landscape crews, fostering a positive work environment that produced high-quality results.
  • Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
  • Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
  • Supervised landscaping teams, prioritizing tasks and giving feedback for quality control.
  • Trimmed and removed tree limbs in contention using safety measures.
  • Increased property safety through the removal of hazardous trees and limbs, reducing potential damage risks.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing expert advice on tree care and maintenance best practices.
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering and fertilizing.
  • Ensured public safety during tree work operations by adhering to strict safety guidelines and utilizing appropriate traffic control measures.
  • Cut back and trimmed bushes and hedges to support well-designed landscapes.
  • Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
  • Identified and tended to tree diseases.
  • Educated clients on proper watering techniques, leading to healthier trees with fewer instances of drought stress or overwatering issues.
  • Enhanced aesthetic appeal of landscapes through strategic tree planting and trimming activities, increasing property value for clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and safely, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Preserved tree structural integrity with proper pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns.
  • Enhanced tree health by identifying and treating various diseases and pest infestations.
  • Supported landscaping operations in various locations using design and functionality as paramount principles.
  • Performed soil tests to determine nutrient deficiencies or imbalances in order to create tailored fertilization plans for optimal tree growth.
  • Optimized tree planting locations to enhance urban green spaces and support local wildlife.
  • Collaborated with city planners to integrate tree conservation into urban development projects.
  • Streamlined tree maintenance schedules, ensuring timely interventions for disease and pest control.
  • Improved landscape aesthetics, meticulously pruning and shaping trees according to best practices.
  • Improved public safety, carefully removing storm-damaged limbs and trees from critical areas.
  • Boosted community satisfaction by leading informative workshops on tree care and preservation.
  • Supported habitat preservation by planting native tree species in ecologically sensitive areas.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.

Landscape Supervisor

James Madison University
06.2009 - 10.2018
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Monitored ongoing landscaping projects closely to provide timely updates to clients or make necessary adjustments as needed.
  • Planned, organized and communicated production goals with crew members, crew supervisors, trade contractors and customers.
  • Managed and supervised landscaping projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality results.
  • Planned and supervised landscape activities while staying within budgeted hours and maintaining safe work environment out in field for crew members.
  • Coordinated with various subcontractors for seamless project execution involving tasks such as irrigation installation or hardscape construction.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning among employees.
  • Maintained industry knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities.
  • Increased team productivity through effective communication, clear expectations setting, and consistent feedback on performance.
  • Contributed to the company''s growth through active participation in marketing efforts, networking events, and industry partnerships.
  • Monitored proper use of required personal protective equipment on crew to promote safe work environment.
  • Reduced project costs by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers and managing resources effectively.
  • Implemented environmentally sustainable practices in all landscaping projects to promote eco-friendly environments.
  • Enhanced landscape aesthetics by planning, designing, and implementing creative outdoor spaces.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
  • Instructed team members in groundskeeping practices, lawn cultivation, pruning and grounds design.
  • Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees and shrubs for projects.

Education

Certified Arborist - Tree Care

ISA
12.2012

Skills

  • Site assessment
  • Performance improvement
  • Budget management
  • Plant identification
  • Environmental compliance
  • Proposal writing
  • Landscaping planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Employee supervision
  • Project scheduling
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Plant maintenance
  • Goal setting
  • Risk assessment
  • Professionalism
  • Environmental awarenes
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Landscape design
  • Vendor relations
  • Soil preparation
  • Greenhouse management
  • Contracting
  • Green infrastructure
  • Sustainability practices
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Project planning

Accomplishments

Start up of Nationally recognized pollinator program in Harrisonburg VA


Start up of Nationally recognized urban wood program in Harrisonburg VA


Teaching classes and workshops to elementary school and middle school children about pollinators and urban wood


Workshops for adult urban wood programs


Working with NASA for tree canopy in Harrisonburg VA

Certification

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Tree Risk Certification

Pursuing Level 1 CBLP Certification

CDL class B

Timeline

Landscape Manager/ Arborist

City of Harrisonburg VA
10.2018 - Current

Landscape Supervisor

James Madison University
06.2009 - 10.2018

Certified Arborist - Tree Care

ISA
Michael Hott