Landscaping Supervisor Jobs in Illinois

A Landscaping Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of a landscaping or groundskeeping team. Their primary duties include managing the crew's day-to-day operations, planning and executing landscape projects, maintaining equipment, and ensuring work complies with clients' specifications and safety regulations. They also play a crucial role in budgeting, estimating costs, and preparing proposals for clients. Communication skills are essential as they liaise with clients, suppliers, and team members to ensure smooth operations. They also need strong leadership skills to motivate their team and ensure productivity.

Before becoming a Landscaping Supervisor, an individual may have roles such as Landscape Laborer, where they gain hands-on experience in plant care, equipment usage, and basic landscaping techniques. They could also have a role as a Gardener, learning plant identification, growing conditions, disease control, and other specialized knowledge. Another stepping stone could be the role of a Groundskeeper, maintaining the aesthetics of lawns and green spaces, and handling more complex tasks like irrigation system maintenance. It's beneficial for a Landscaping Supervisor to hold certifications such as Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) or Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, and commitment to the industry's standards of excellence.

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shift supervisor - Store# 14054, OAK LAWN-95TH & OAK PARK

  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL
  • 15 days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Assistant Facilities Superintendent

  • Moline, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 4 hours ago

General Information & Responsibilities The Assistant Facilities Superintendent plays a key role in maintaining a safe, functional, and well-maintained campus environment for students, faculty, and...

Food & Merchandise Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate...

Athletic Grounds Maintenance Supervisor-Crossroads Sports Complex

  • New Lenox, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • New Lenox, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Crossroads Sports Complex/Athletic Grounds Maintenance Supervisor Date Posted: 4/14/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Full-Time Hiring Range $23.66 - $29.57 DOQ...

Landscape Construction Foreman

  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago

, mulching, and installing garden features Drive, use, maintain and properly operate landscape equipment and vehicles Requirements: Ability to work in varying weather conditions 3-5 years' experience...

Security Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate...

Skilled Hardscape / Landscape Foreman

  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 14 days ago

Now Hiring: Hardscape Construction Foreman - Lead & Build with the Best! Are you an experienced hardscape / landscape professional looking for the next step in your career? Express Employment...

Experienced Landscape Maintenance Foreman

  • Sugar Grove, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Sugar Grove, IL
  • 16 days ago

Experienced Landscape Maintenance Foreman (Sugar Grove) Norris Rd compensation: 21-25 employment type: job title: Landscape Maintenance Foreman Looking for Experienced Landscape Maintenance Foreman!...

Landscape Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 days ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs activities of workers who perform duties such as mowing turf, mulching, weed, trash removal, tree/shrub installation and pruning....

Enhancement Landscape Crew Leader

  • Springfield, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 19 days ago

Supervise mulch and decorative rock installation, ensuring uniform application and proper depth....

Cannabis Cultivation Flowering Supervisor

  • Matteson, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Matteson, IL
  • 24 days ago

highest level of engagement is consistently applied Ensure all plant harvesting, trimming, drying, and curing conditions follow company guidelines and time frames Enforce adherence to fertilization, irrigation...

Union Foreman, Sprinkler

  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Build Your Future with the Best: We are looking for Sprinkler Fitter Foreman to join F.E. Moran Fire Protection and work on projects in the Quad Cities area. As a Sprinkler Fitter Foreman, you...

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent (Full-Time)

  • Glenview, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Glenview, IL
  • 29 days ago

The individual will be involved with staff, irrigation and drainage systems and small projects....

Landscaping Crew Leader (Chicago Central)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Our crew leaders oversee crews in varying service lines, including basic maintenance, landscape installation, and supportive services like irrigation, seasonal color management, and chemical applications...

Assistant Maintenance Working Foreman

  • Wauconda, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wauconda, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, planting, mowing, trimming, mulching, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, edging, weeding...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Landscaping Supervisor Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscaping Supervisor positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscaping Supervisors in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.2%
High School or GED
28.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscaping Supervisors in Illinois
2-4 years
28.1%
4-6 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
18.7%
1-2 years
10.6%
None
8.4%
6-8 years
8.2%


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