Hardscape Team Leader

HardscapeTeam Leader is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time and on budget by managing their crews and coordinating all aspects of landscape construction. (Winter work is a combination of Hardscape jobs and assisting Woodworking department) Responsibilities: Setting up plans for each project and plan every day Instruct and supervise in the installation of landscape construction projects such as installation of driveways, patios, natural stone and commercial retaining walls, garden beds, planting, and shoreline restoration work Estimate work and order task material, plan work completion schedules daily reporting to Supervisor Inspect completed work to ensure compliance to specifications and contract requirements Ensure employees comply with health and safety policies, including wearing of appropriate PPE Ability to properly grade a property, ensuring positive drainage. Monitor all tools, equipment and machinery on the jobsite Responsible for communication to designer, project manager, client, and team Train new employees and provide ongoing training Act as a professional representative of the company for client questions and concerns Requirements: Secondary School Education is preferable 3+ Years of Landscape Construction Experience Diploma in Horticulture or related field an asset A valid G drivers license is mandatory Excellent communication and customer service skills Work with minimal supervision and possesses the ability to motivate others Attention to detail, excellent record keeping, excellent time management skills Manage multiple projects and effectively meet deadlines Problem-solving and able to come up with a new plan on short notice Ability to lift heavy loads and work in difficult weather conditions