Landscape Construction Foreperson - Spring '26

Full job description CONSTRUCTION FOREPERSON POSITION Reports to: Project Manager, General Manager. Works Daily with: Lead Hand, Team Members The Construction Forepersons’ Role: Our Forepersons work hands on in the field, installing projects while supervising and collaborating well with their crew members to ensure that our services are delivered efficiently, effectively and to our standard of detailed attention. They coordinate their crew members, the tools/equipment and materials they use. Our Foreperson is trusted by their crew members, works and directs others fairly, safely and clearly and is an excellent client service ambassador. They excel at carefully reporting on work activities so that our project managers, Office manager, and our customers are connected with timely and accurate information. They are eager to continually improve and are willing and capable to mentor and inspire others to hone their technical skills. The Construction Forepersons’ Responsibilities Are: •Craftsman-like installation of Landscape Construction projects using provided drawings, job books and directing crew members •Proactive and diligent attention to policies, safety/PPE compliance and equipment care and ensures the same diligence and care from team members •Accurate tracking of daily activities of self and team using the LMN platform or as required. •Proactive and clear communication of the daily scope/tasks with crew members, project manager and customers (when required) in a fast-paced environment. •Sets an efficient /effective workflow and schedule for crew members and equipment to ensure delivery on scope, budget and quality. •Trains and motivates team members to continually improve their skills, accuracy, attention to detail and pace. •Effectively manages resources: load/unload, daily preparedness, fuel, tools, equipment/service reporting. •Uses the Checklist for Project Set up, Execution and Closeout to ensure details are properly covered. (Appendix A) The Results We See From A Great Construction Foreperson: •An engaged, properly trained, safe working team with excellent attendance rates, pace, care of equipment and quality workmanship. •Timely and accurate flow of information between the project manager and office manger so that invoicing, payables and payroll are correct. •Team is fully equipped to succeed: Task info, attention to detail, required pace, customer clarity, required materials are at hand. •Well-built landscape features and projects are delivered on the budgeted targets, with an absence of quality related call-backs. •Team members show up, are eager to learn broader and deeper skills, and respond well to the Forepersons leadership. •Yard inventory, tools and equipment, trucks/trailers are well organized and kept tidy with minimal down-time. •A team player who continually adds competencies and/or seeks to diversify his/her role within the company. The Qualifications: •Solid communication skills – verbal, written, cloud based, app/ desktop, smart phone applications (English •3-5 years experience with specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete landscape/construction elements •Proven team leadership ability from previous work experience •Ability to read drawings and specifications, interpreting those details into efficient tasks •A clean drivers’ abstract with D Licence. Class A (R) plus Z is an asset. Ability to tow and back up truck and trailer •Valid First Aid, WHMIS & OH&S Certificate Construction Forepersons’ Required Skills: •Professional level of landscape construction site management skills, and equipment proficiency (skid steer, loader, laser level/zip level, power saws, excavator etc) •Professional level skills working with and installing all landscape construction materials and processes. •Proven ability to self-organize, thinking proactively and ahead of the pace. •Proven ability and talent to teach and mentor others with patience, achieving positive outcomes. •Ability and willingness to learn and to be adaptable. •Ability to safely and carefully operate all equipment as required and effectively train others to do the same. Hours of Work / Work Conditions: •April through November: Mon-Fri 7am – 5:30pm (50+ Hrs/week) •Requires good manual dexterity, excellent fitness and stamina (for the duration of each shift/week) •Able to move around on uneven ground, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, lift and carry for prolonged periods throughout the day •Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials •Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold •Willing and available to work out-of-town if required Equipment Operation / Tool Competency List Specific tools include: Excavator (mini and medium), Skid steer/Bobcat, Articulating Loader Various gas powered hand tools (Quick cut/chain saws, plate tampers, blower etc), Zip Level / Laser Transit, grading tools All landscape related hand tools Salary & Benefits •$30.00-$40+ per hour •Overtime Paid after 44 hours •No Weekend Work •Paid Training and Development •Bonus & Loyalty Pay •RSP Match Program & Health Spending Account after three-month review Modified – 2025-10-30 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour Benefits: Extended health care RRSP match Application question(s): All of our vehicles require a D, DZ, A(R), or AZ license to operate? Do you currently hold one of these license classes? If "No" to the question above: Are you willing to obtain a higher-class license for employment? Experience: Landscape Construction: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person