Charles Cissell

Managed and implemented landscape projects and designs while adhering to historic intent, deadlines, budgets, and the safety concerns for guests and workers. Developed strong horticulture standards in plantings across diverse landscapes including aquatics, specimen trees, and large scale shrub and perennial plantings.

• Trained new employees in horticulture best practices to encourage a knowledgeable workforce committed to quality workmanship.
• Liaised with crew leaders to plan and coordinate projects, to discuss labor and safety concerns, and to prioritize goals within a historical landscape.
• Coached, counseled, and mentored assigned staff to build positive employee relationships towards fulfilling company goals.
• Established continued relations with local and national nurseries and suppliers.
• Skilled in heavy equipment operation, site planning, contractor relations, and project logistics.