Sr. Manager, Golf Course MaintenanceWork Mode: Onsite
Location:Onsite - Kohler, WI
OpportunityThe Sr. Manager - Golf Course Maintenance, DK has oversight and leadership of the golf course maintenance facilities and programs. The role will direct the Golf Course Superintendents, and course maintenance activities. This role is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and future planning for new courses as wells as enhancements to existing courses in partnership with industry professional associations and local communities.
Specific Responsibilities- Create and manage annual budgets, forecasts, operating expenses.
- Develop and drive the capital planning and project execution for recurring and one-time projects on a rolling 10-year forecast.
- Partner with Golf Leadership Team to develop a public relations image for US golf courses to manage and maintain an elevated status as the leader in the golf industry.
- Direct and oversee the maintenance design integrity of all golf course features and materials such as green and tee supplies, road/path surfaces, grass, shrub and tree species, land contours, mowing heights and on course buildings/structures.
- Lead record retention and compliance relating to operations, equipment, pesticides, water and safety.
- Lead and develop team members through projects, career discussions, training and feedback sessions.
- Direct the expectations for management and maintenance for all SOP's within course maintenance, turfgrasses, and equipment.
- Proactively look for opportunities for continuous improvement through the usage of audits and data gathering.
- Direct and inspect golf course conditions to ensure expectations are maintained in turf conditions, bunkers, trees, lakes, personnel and turf operations.
- Direct the procurement and inventory processes for fertilizers, pesticides, parts, materials, etc.
- Champion the maintenance and on course safety initiatives, including training and reporting.
- Serve as the primary leader in the coordination of golf, landscape, and concessions operations as they relate to course maintenance and preparations.
- Oversee the expectations and execution of daily preparations of all courses.
- Serve as primary contact and coordinator for tournament preparations between selected course(s), sponsors and industry association.
- Advanced knowledge in the design, construction, establishment and maintenance practices of putting greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and bunkers; planting and culture of turfgrasses used on golf courses; the planting, cultivation and pruning of ornamental plants, fertilizers and soil conditioners, the chemical, biological, and cultural pest control methods and materials; drainage methods and watering practices and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps, and automatic controls.
- Demonstrated knowledge of construction and maintenance of shelters, fences, bridges, golf cart paths, service roads, parking lots, ponds, streams, irrigation and drainage systems.
Skills/Requirements - Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent experience in agronomy/horticulture/turf, and/or soil sciences required.
- Five years' experience as a Head Superintendent or Director of Agronomy.
- Certified and/or licensed in pesticide application.
- Participating knowledge of the game of golf.
- Prior experience with direct preparation experience for at least 2 golf championships or other high profile tournaments.
- Experience with resort and multiple course operations desired.
- Valid driver's license required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $118,650 - $183,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
