
Tim Nielsen - Golf Course Superintendent
I am an experienced golf course superintendent who has been incredibly successful managing turf in Kansas City since 2002. My expertise is in intensively managed turfgrass. I am dedicated to achieving daily championship course conditioning while committing to strict fiscal responsibility. I strive to foster a culture of membered-centered service where excellence is the baseline, not the goal.
Leadership
Effective leadership starts with clear expectations, consistent communication, and a team that understands its purpose. I work closely with staff, department heads, and club leadership to ensure everyone is aligned, informed, and supported in their roles. By fostering open communication and leading with clarity and accountability, I help create a workplace where people perform at a high level and take pride in the course they maintain.
Agronomic Philosophy
My agronomic approach is built on sound science, constant planning and a deep respect for the land. I focus on creating healthy, resilient turf systems that perform consistently under play and weather pressure. By combining data‑driven decisions with practical field experience, I deliver playing conditions that are both exceptional and sustainable.
Fiscal responsibility
Fiscal discipline is central to my approach as a superintendent. I manage resources with precision—delivering excellent playing conditions while maximizing the value of every dollar invested. By aligning agronomic priorities with long‑term financial goals, I help ensure the course remains healthy, sustainable, and positioned for continued success.
Culture
A strong culture is essential because it shapes how the course operates every day—from staff professionalism to the quality of the member experience. When expectations, communication, and values are clear, teams work with purpose and consistency, creating a course environment members are proud of. As a superintendent, I help build and reinforce this culture so the facility runs smoothly, staff stay engaged, and the club’s long‑term vision is supported at every level.
"This course is beautiful. It is immaculate. No weeds. No bare spots. Not a blade of grass out of place. The plethora of sand traps are fluffy white and raked to perfection. It is maybe the best groomed and maintained courses in the state" Missouri Golf Tour

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Contact
5300 Clark Drive, Roeland Park, KS 66205