Water Oversight & Landscape Quality Control Specialist

Cohere Life, Inc.

Title:
Water Oversight & Landscape Quality Control Specialist

FLSA Status:
Exempt Full
-Time

Reports to:
Director, Landscape Management

Location:
Verrado | Buckeye, AZ

The Water Oversight & Landscape Quality Control Specialist supports the long-term performance and sustainability of desert-adapted landscapes throughout the Verrado. This role focuses on monitoring water usage, assessing irrigation system efficiency, and identifying plant health needs unique to the Sonoran climate. Through routine inspections and data-driven evaluations, the specialist ensures landscapes remain resilient in extreme heat and drought conditions.

Phoenix presents unique landscape challenges—including extreme heat, drought conditions, soil variability, and strict municipal water regulations—making this a vital role in supporting water conservation and long-term landscape performance.

Working closely with internal teams, irrigation technicians, and contractors, the specialist coordinates corrective actions and verifies that all work meets high standards of safety, quality, and regional compliance. The role also documents field findings, tracks improvements, and recommends enhancements that strengthen water efficiency and ongoing landscape performance.

By upholding the Cohere’s commitment to responsible resource management, the specialist contributes directly to sustainable outdoor environments that serve the community. This position helps establish consistent landscape quality while supporting long-term environmental stewardship.

• Conduct routine inspections of landscapes, irrigation systems, and common areas across the property.
• Monitor water usage in compliance with local drought restrictions, municipal regulations, and best management practices.
• Detect irrigation inefficiencies and recommend system adjustments, repairs, or controller reprogramming suited to Arizona desert conditions.
• Identify plant health issues common to Sonoran Desert landscapes, such as heat stress, improper watering, pests, and disease.
• Document site conditions and track corrective actions using digital tools, reports, and photos.
• Coordinate with irrigation technicians, maintenance crews, water manager and vendors to resolve water or landscape-related concerns.
• Verify completed work meets quality, safety, and regional compliance standards.
• Support seasonal adjustments, including summer watering cycles, winter rye transitions, and heat-resilient plant management.
• Recommend improvements that support water conservation and long-term sustainability in a desert environment.

• Oversee multiple landscape projects concurrently, including renovations, plant replacements, irrigation upgrades, and seasonal installations.
• Develop and help implement long-term master plans tailored to Arizona climate and city water guidelines.
• Conduct site inspections and quality control reviews with a focus on desert-adapted maintenance practices.
• Ensure strong adherence to safety, risk management, and compliance standards.

• Strong observational skills with the ability to identify irrigation inefficiencies, plant health issues, and landscape quality concerns
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for working with contractors, internal teams, and community partners
• Critical thinking and analytical abilities to troubleshoot irrigation systems and propose data-driven solutions
• Initiative to uphold the organization’s standards for sustainability, water stewardship, and long-term landscape resilience
• Highly organized with strong prioritization, follow-up, and time-management skills to oversee multiple landscapes and projects simultaneously
• Ability to foster collaborative working relationships with irrigation technicians, maintenance crews, and external vendors
• Comfortable embracing new technologies, landscape inspection tools, and digital reporting systems
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in both technical irrigation issues and field-related challenges
• Strong attention to detail in documenting site conditions, reporting findings, and verifying work completion
• Commitment to continuous…