Landscape Foreman

Overview

We are looking for an experienced, dependable Landscaping Foreman to lead a crew and oversee residential and commercial landscape construction projects.

This is a hands-on leadership position. We're looking for someone who isn't afraid to work alongside the crew, takes pride in high-quality workmanship, can keep projects moving efficiently, and represents our company professionally with customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscaping crew on daily job sites
• Organize daily tasks and keep the crew productive and on schedule
• Read plans, measurements, grades, elevations, and job specifications
• Oversee projects from site preparation through final completion
• Ensure work meets company quality standards
• Train and mentor apprentices and less-experienced crew members
• Communicate professionally with customers, management, suppliers, and other trades
• Identify job-site issues and help develop practical solutions
• Track materials and communicate material/equipment requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site
• Perform daily equipment inspections and ensure equipment is properly maintained
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe operating procedures
• Work alongside the crew when required

Landscape Construction Experience

The ideal candidate will have experience with several of the following:

• Interlock and paver installation
• Retaining walls
• Grading and site preparation
• Excavation
• Drainage
• Sod installation
• Gardens and planting
• Trees and shrubs
• Fencing
• Concrete and hardscape preparation
• Armour stone and natural stone
• Landscape lighting
• General property construction and improvements

Equipment Experience

Experience operating equipment such as:

• Mini skid steers
• Skid steers
• Mini excavators
• Plate compactors
• Cut-off/concrete saws
• Laser levels
• Power tools and landscaping equipment

Qualifications

• Previous landscape construction experience required
• Previous crew-lead or foreman experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of grading, measurements, drainage, base preparation, and landscape construction practices
• Ability to lead and motivate a crew
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Physically capable of performing demanding outdoor work
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Dependable and punctual
• Professional attitude when dealing with customers
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to safely drive a truck and trailer is an asset

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who takes ownership of the job site.

The right person doesn't need to be constantly told what to do. You should be able to look at a project, understand what needs to happen next, organize your crew, anticipate problems, and make sure the job is completed properly.

We value quality, accountability, efficiency, safety, teamwork, and attention to detail.

If you're an experienced landscaper looking for an opportunity to take on more responsibility, lead a crew, and grow with a company, we'd like to hear from you.

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person