Golf Course Superintendent – Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club

About Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club is a premier private club offering 72 holes of world-class golf, expansive practice facilities, a state-of-the-art golf academy and fitting center, exceptional dining, fitness, racquet sports, aquatics and year-round social programming.

Owned and operated by Heritage Golf Group, Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club provides a dynamic professional environment centered on outstanding course conditions, exceptional member experiences and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable and highly motivated Golf Course Superintendent to lead its golf course maintenance and agronomy operations.

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the maintenance, presentation and continued improvement of the golf course property, clubhouse grounds, landscaping, open spaces and related equipment. This position develops and implements agronomic programs, manages departmental budgets and personnel, oversees capital projects and ensures that course conditions consistently meet the expectations of the club and its members.

The successful candidate will be a visible and collaborative leader with strong agronomic expertise, sound administrative judgment and a commitment to team development, environmental stewardship, safety and exceptional playing conditions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive agronomic and golf course maintenance programs.
• Maintain the golf course in excellent playing condition while balancing agronomic needs, member expectations, scheduled events and daily play.
• Recruit, schedule, train, supervise and evaluate golf course maintenance personnel.
• Lead and develop team members responsible for turf care, grounds, irrigation, chemical applications, equipment operation and equipment maintenance.
• Prepare and manage the department’s annual operating and capital budgets, taking corrective action as needed to achieve financial goals.
• Establish short- and long-range plans for course conditioning, infrastructure and property improvements.
• Regularly inspect the course and surrounding property, identify opportunities for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Plan and oversee golf course construction, maintenance, renovation and capital improvement projects.
• Direct all planting, fertilization and care of turf, plants, shrubs and trees throughout the property.
• Develop and maintain effective irrigation, drainage and watering systems.
• Oversee the operation of the equipment repair shop and ensure that maintenance equipment is properly serviced, secured and inventoried.
• Ensure fertilizers, pesticides, petroleum products and other controlled materials are used, stored and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate personnel, maintenance, application, inventory and regulatory records.
• Implement and enforce comprehensive safety and hazard communication programs for employees, members and guests.
• Provide ongoing employee training in equipment operation, chemical handling, agronomic practices and workplace safety.
• Coordinate work performed by outside contractors and vendors.
• Recommend equipment purchases and capital improvements.
• Communicate regularly with club leadership and golf operations regarding course conditions, maintenance plans, projects, tournaments and scheduled events.
• Keep members appropriately informed about current and upcoming maintenance activities.
• Attend staff, management and applicable committee meetings.
• Determine when weather or course conditions require restrictions or closure to prevent property damage.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the position as assigned by club leadership.