Outdoor Escapes and Designs
Job Title: Landscape Construction Foreman
Job Functions:
Manage activities on the job site.
Effectively and efficiently manage personnel.
Communicate and coordinate with customers and/or designers to ensure the accurate completion of jobs.
This position requires working 45 to 60 hours per week from March to November. From December to February, the workload will be 40+ hours per week, and you will be on call for snow removal 24/7 as needed.
Train and promote the development of subordinates.
Accurately track and record all job expenses and hours worked.
Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times.
Communicate regularly with a member of the Management Team.
Job Requirements:
A minimum of 3 years of experience in landscape construction.
CDL Certificate Class A within 3 months, with health endorsement and a clean driving record.
Proficient in operating a wider range of construction-specific equipment beyond medium-weight equipment (e.g., skid steers, excavators, & trenchers).
Knowledge of landscape turf, perennials, shrubs, evergreens, and trees.
Obtain an infield certification within one year of accepting the Foreman position.
Highly motivated and self-driven individual who is detail oriented.
Strong attention to detail while working in a fun and fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, which are crucial as the leader of a work crew.
Good time management skills; availability for seasonal long hours and weekends.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds, including clients, contractors, vendors, designers, and employees.
Punctual and dependable.
Must be able to work in rain and extreme temperatures.
Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 125 pounds; carry materials; bend, twist, kneel, climb, and maintain balance.
Ability to walk at a brisk pace and work in a kneeling position for extended periods of time.