Elevate Your Career at a Premier 45-Hole Private Club
Are you a motivated turfgrass professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career at a high-end private golf club ? The Golf Club at Lansdowne is seeking an Assistant Superintendent who is passionate about championship-level course conditioning, team leadership, and professional development .
Why Lansdowne?
Located in scenic Loudoun County, VA , our 45-hole private club is attached to a luxury 4-star resort and continues to grow with over 700+ members . Our courses include:
- Robert Trent Jones II Course (1989) – A classic parkland-style course with Bent/Poa sand-based greens, Meyer Zoysia fairways, and Penncross tees , featuring elevated greens, strategic bunkering, and stunning views of the Potomac River .
- Greg Norman Championship Course (2004) – A modern links-style design with A1-A4 Bentgrass sand-based greens, Penn Trio fairways and tees, dramatic elevation changes, deep-faced bunkers, and risk-reward shotmaking .
- Sharkbite (9-hole course) – A family-friendly yet challenging layout designed to sharpen short-game skills and introduce new players to the game .
Agronomic Complexity & Challenges
- Varied Turfgrass Management – Working with multiple turf varieties ( Bentgrass, Poa, Zoysia, and Bermuda ) across different microclimates and soil conditions.
- Mid-Atlantic Transition Zone – Managing cool-season turf in one of the most challenging agronomic regions in the U.S.
- Irrigation & Drainage Management – Operating two advanced irrigation systems ( Toro Lynx & Rain Bird Nimbus II ) across 485 acres , along with subsurface drainage and moisture management strategies .
- Pest & Disease Management – Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to combat Dollar Spot, Summer Patch, and Bentgrass Decline .
State-of-the-Art Equipment & Facilities
- New lease equipment packages every two years .
- Flowtronex MCI Pump Station for advanced irrigation efficiency.
- Cart path repair projects to enhance playability and aesthetics.
- Laser grading of tees for superior consistency and performance.
- SOX pond erosion control projects to protect and restore critical areas.
- Fleet of modern equipment – Including GPS-guided sprayers and advanced moisture meters .
- On-Site Agronomy Facilities – Large maintenance building with a dedicated chemical storage/mixing area, equipment repair shop, and staff training room .
- Use of Technology – Precision turf management through GPS mapping, drone imagery, and moisture sensors .
What We’re Looking For
We want someone who is:
- A great communicator – able to lead and motivate a team.
- Career-driven – looking to grow into a Superintendent role.
- Eager to learn – open to new agronomic practices and innovations.
- Detail-oriented – committed to high standards of course conditioning.
- Highly motivated – proactive and able to take initiative.
What You’ll Do
As an Assistant Superintendent , you won’t be limited to just one course—you’ll gain diverse experience across all three courses while working closely with the Director of Agronomy and Superintendents . Your responsibilities will include:
- Daily course maintenance & playability enhancements.
- Team leadership – training, developing, and managing staff.
- Moisture management & turf health strategies.
- Cultural practices and pesticide/fertilizer applications.
- Project management – contributing to future capital improvements .
Capital Improvement Projects – Resume-Building Opportunities
Lansdowne is investing in significant capital improvements , providing an unmatched experience in major golf course renovations :
- Forebay Reconstruction (Winter 2025)
- SOX Erosion Repair (Winter 2025)
- Continuation of Master Drainage Plan (Winter 2025)
- Bunker Alterations for RTJ II Course (Winter 2025)
- RTJ Irrigation System Replacement (August 2026)
- SGA Renovation (Summer 2026)
Join Our Team!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your golf course maintenance career and want to be part of a dynamic team at a prestigious club , we’d love to hear from you!
