Michael Taute II

Construction and design-build operations leader with 20 years of progressive experience and 6 years as owner/operator of Professional Landscape & Irrigation, a high-end residential and commercial company generating approximately $1M annually. Experienced across design, estimating, sales, project planning, scheduling, procurement, field execution, client management, irrigation, drainage and operations. Managed 100+ high-end maintenance accounts and two installation crews at peak.

Known for strong design judgment, practical problem solving, lean crew execution and long-term client relationships. Seeking senior construction, operations, project leadership or design-build leadership opportunities in Idaho or Utah.

Owner / Operator at Professional Landscape & Irrigation (2020-01 – Present)

Operate a high-end, full-service landscape design-build, irrigation and maintenance company generating approximately $1M in annual business; responsible for business performance, estimating, sales, staffing, scheduling, procurement, project execution and client relationships.

• Lead projects from initial consultation and design through estimating, bidding, scope development, scheduling, field execution, quality control and closeout.
• At peak operations, managed 100+ high-end residential and commercial maintenance accounts while directing two installation crews and balancing recurring service with active construction.
• Personally designed, bid and led complex custom-home projects; won and executed a $100K residential design-build project with a three-person installation crew, demonstrating efficient resource allocation and hands-on leadership.
• Coordinate homeowners, builders, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders in demanding custom-home and commercial environments, often working around active construction schedules.
• Provide deep technical expertise in irrigation systems, drainage, water management, troubleshooting and site-specific construction solutions.
• Manage labor allocation, materials, equipment, schedules and priorities across multiple concurrent projects while protecting quality, customer satisfaction and profitability.
• Built a strong reputation for design and client service, with established high-end residential and commercial clients available as professional references.

Management & Project Leadership at Professional Landscape & Irrigation (2006-01 – 2020-01)

High School Diploma

College Coursework in General Prerequisite Studies