Landscape Construction Foreman/Supervisor

Howes Your Yard Inc
Port Hope Northumberland County, Ontario: (ON)
Application Deadline:
May 30, 2025
PAy/Salary Range
$50000.00 to $55000.00/year
Plus Benefits
Benefits
Experience Level:
Supervisor/Lead
Avg. hrs/week
Full Time
Employment Term
Permanent/Year-Round
Driver's License
Required

Job Description

The Landscape Construction Foreman/Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all on-site aspects of landscape construction projects.

Manage the execution of construction projects, planning labor requirements, equipment requirements and material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of job(s) within project deadlines

Manage safety, quality and productivity of work at sites and/or shop/yard

Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project

Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the day to day work activities of a landscape construction crew of 5-15 employees

Delegate job tasks to appropriate crew members to assist in the completion of landscape constructions

Participate in recruitment activities by conducting secondary interviews with potential job candidates

Conduct on-site orientations with new employees and employees in new positions, which cover all company health and safety policies, practices, and procedures

Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.

Assist in the construction of walkways, fences, decks, posts, etc.

Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis

Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities

Meet with subcontractors and supervise quality, efficiency, and deadlines

Complete and submit all required paperwork on a daily basis, including: daily site meeting logs, crew daily forms, equipment daily inspection forms, attendance tracking, time and materials billing summaries, requests for time off, etc.

Comply with all company policies and regulations

Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas

Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards

Enforce and work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations at shop/yard and on jobsites

Employee training

Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma,

Skills & Professional Training

Driver's License - G

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the landscape/construction industry

Preferred 3 years supervising

Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines

Time management skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Clean Abstract -preferred

Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices

Speak, read, and write English

Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting

Compensation

$50000.00 to $55000.00/year
Benefits

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

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Application Deadline:
May 30, 2025