CEO/Partner, Landscaping & Irrigation

Partner & Ceo Opportunity: Landscaping & Irrigation

Are you an ambitious leader with a proven track record in the landscaping or irrigation industry, ready to step into a significant ownership role and drive the future of a thriving business? Have you envisioned owning your own award-winning services firm but desire a strong foundation and strategic support?

Mainshares Capital is seeking a Partner & Chief Executive Officer to lead an established, award-winning landscaping and irrigation company. Services include landscape design, construction, drainage, retention walls, and innovative lighting and irrigation solutions. This is a unique opportunity to partner in the ownership and operation of a business with an established, high-end residential client base and a deep reputation for quality.

As a Partner & CEO, you'll benefit from a competitive compensation structure that includes substantial equity in the company, allowing you to build significant wealth as the business grows, alongside attractive bonus opportunities.

What You Can Expect

• Strategic Partnership & Support: While you'll be the ultimate decision-maker, you’ll gain access to Mainshares Capital’s robust platform of services, advisors, and vendors. This includes mentorship and guidance from seasoned owners and operators in the landscaping and construction sectors, providing valuable insights as you manage a high-impact business.
• Uncapped Growth Potential: This opportunity offers the chance to directly impact the trajectory of a successful services operation, driving significant growth in a thriving residential market. You'll have the autonomy to implement strategies that unlock new revenue streams, expand service offerings, and optimize operations, with the financial rewards of ownership directly tied to your success.
• Meaningful Ownership & Impact: You'll be at the helm of a respected small business, making critical operational and strategic decisions. Your leadership will directly shape the company's future, its impact on clients with beautiful and functional outdoor spaces, and the well-being of its employees, embodying our mission to foster robust small businesses.

About The Opportunity

This company has been a trusted, award-winning provider of comprehensive landscaping and irrigation services for the residential market. Its specialization covers the entire scope of outdoor projects, including landscape design and construction, drainage, retention walls, and advanced lighting and irrigation solutions. With a large, established team and a strong legacy, the business is ready for a dedicated leader to build upon its decades of success.

Who We Are Looking For

We're searching for a highly driven, detail-oriented, and experienced leader in the landscaping or related construction fields. The ideal candidate will possess the entrepreneurial spirit to lead and significantly grow this business, combining design sensibility with operational rigor. This role requires a hands-on approach to strategic planning, operational execution, and team leadership.

Essential Qualifications

• Industry Leadership: 7+ years of comprehensive experience in the landscaping, irrigation, or outdoor construction industry, with a proven track record of managing and scaling residential operations.
• Operational Excellence: Deep understanding and hands-on experience with all core service lines, including landscape construction, irrigation system design/installation, and crew management of a large workforce (40+ employees).
• Technical & Design Acumen: Strong knowledge of landscape design principles, construction methods (e.g., retention walls, drainage), and innovative lighting/irrigation technology.
• Business Development Acumen: Demonstrated success in client relationship management, securing new design/build projects, estimating, and a strong ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities in the residential sector.
• Team Leadership: Proven experience in leading and motivating large teams of designers, construction crews, and irrigation technicians, fostering a productive work environment and ensuring high standards of craftsmanship.
• Financial & Business Management: Significant experience in small business management, including budgeting, financial analysis, P&L responsibility, and strategic planning to maximize profitability.
• Regulatory Understanding: A solid understanding of local building codes, water management regulations, safety standards (OSHA), and licensing requirements relevant to landscaping and irrigation.

Ready to take the next step in your career and become a partner and CEO of an award-winning landscaping and irrigation business? We invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Location Disclaimer - This is an opportunity to grow a Mainshares acquisition business. The exact location of the acquisition target will be disclosed in the interview process. Relocation may be required for this role.