Job Description

Seeking a foreman with experience in hardscape and landscape construction and installation methods and requires minimal supervision. This position directs the activities of a team of 3 or more in the construction of paver patios, retaining walls, landscape construction, and planting installations.

Responsibilities:

• Install paver patios, stone and segmental block retaining walls.

• Reads landscape design drawings and implements the landscape construction plan.

• Reads Grading Plan, understands elevations and uses this knowledge to execute the construction plan.

• Proficiently operates mini-excavator, skid steer, compaction equipment, trencher, and other landscape construction.

• Operates automatic and stick-shift vehicles, including dump trucks and truck and trailer combinations.

• Interacts well with clients during introductions, answering questions, responding to client’s requests, and final walk-through.

• Communicates with Management to make any necessary changes to scope of work.

• Completes daily timesheets, work orders, and other documents as necessary.

• Coordinates with Project Manager on materials and other resources needed to complete project.

• Plans and organizes the jobsite to ensure that job is completed in the most time-efficient manner.

• Handles personnel issues on site and trains employees on policies and procedures.

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment, including work site and equipment.

• Briefs Project Manager on job status, personnel issues, and client concerns.

• Maintains assigned equipment and notifies staff of needed repairs or maintenance.

Requirements:

• A working knowledge of standard constructionpractices and a basic understanding of electricity, drainage, and plumbing.

• 10+ years of hardscape and landscape installation experience

• Hardscape materials include stone, brick, concrete, natural stone, and other solid materials.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, math skills, job planning skills, and mechanical aptitude.

• Leadership, management, and communication skills and the ability to work with coworkers and clients.

• Ability to read and execute blueprints.

• Paver, step, and retaining wall, and pool installation experience.

• Retaining wall, outdoor fireplace / firepit, raised patio, and outdoor kitchen installation experience.

• Masonry and veneer experience is a plus.

• Knowledge of plant material.

• Ability to operate construction equipment as described above.

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Construction Management