Landscape Foreman

The Landscape Foreman is responsible for installation and management of landscape and hardscape projects. The foreman is responsible for completing the landscape and hardscape installations with great precision and business minded efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Direct activities on the job site, they include but are not limited to: coordinating workflow, hands on work, and operating a variety of machinery.
• Manage personnel effectively and efficiently.
• Communicating production goals with crew members and clients.
• Monitor all tools, equipment, and machinery for needed maintenance.
• Track and record all job expenses, including but not exclusively materials and hours worked.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises and manages landscape crew.
• Ensures that all crew members utilize all required personal protective equipment
• Ensures that all installation work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Ensures that all equipment safely and maintenance procedures are followed.
• Interacts with clientele in order to help ensure job satisfaction.
• Reports for duty at the designated location on time each day.
• Follows directions from supervisor.
• Trains crew members the development in the best practices of installation in company standards.

Requirements:

• 3+ years preferred experience
• Commercial Driver’s License (preferred) and reputable driving record
• Proficient heavy equipment operating skills including front end loaders, mini-excavators, and skid steer machinery with various attachments; other construction equipment as needed
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Knowledge and experience in installing a variety of hardscape applications
• Knowledge of perennials, shrubs, evergreens, and trees; identification and cultural requirements
• Highly motivated, self-driven individual who is detail orientated
• Verbal & written communications skills
• Good time management skills; be available for long hours all year round
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Able to work effectively with individuals of differing knowledge and background (i.e. clientele, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other designers)
• Clean and professional appearance
• Punctual and dependable

Salary: $25.00 /hour