As part of our construction division, our Landscape Foremen/ Lead Hand will directly lead a highly skilled landscape construction crew.

 

We currently employ numerous landscape crews and foremen, but are looking to further bolster our existing staff by adding experienced staff members.

Job Role:
To effectively lead and/or work within a landscape construction crew on site.


Requirements:

• Ability to speak, read and write English

• Ability to understand building plans / prints

• Access to reliable transportation to our shop located in St.Andrews, MB, or direct to your job site

• Ability to stand and work with your hands for long periods of time

• 2+ years of landscape construction experience in a foremen position (Foremen position only)

• Ability to listen and follow instruction from a direct supervisor

• Comfortable with working in dusty, hot, wet and/or cold temperatures

• Comfortable working weekends if schedule permits

• Valid Class 5 License

Daily Tasks Include:

• Measure elevations and setbacks for landscape construction

• Layout project work site based on supplied prints

• Direct and operate skid steers and excavators on site

• Handle logistics as it relates to material deliveries and sub-contractors

• Operate skid steers, mini-excavators, mud buggy’s on site

• Direct and teach inexperienced staff members

• Assist and supervise the construction of all landscape elements such as paving stone, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, shrub and tree plantings, rock and mulch install, outdoor lighting, etc.

• Communicate as needed with clients and address any concerns (Foremen position only)

• Track and monitor KPIs within a job to ensure job site profitability (Foremen position only)

Required Skills:

• Communications skills required to work with project managers, clients, and fellow staff members

• Ability to work as part of a team for extended periods of time

• Communicate by receiving and providing direction to fellow team members

• Help lead younger or inexperienced employees in completion of routine tasks on site, or take direction from experienced staff on site

• Ability to use hand tools, battery tools, and air tools as they relate to the trade

• Read and understand construction drawings and plumbing diagrams

• Equipment operation skills as required to complete your daily tasks

• Use cloud based software to track hours on site appropriately, and document any deficiencies

Length of Employment:

• Full time

• Option for flexible hours during the winter off season completing interior renovations, carpentry scopes of work, snow removal or extended vacation 


Expected Hours :

• Monday to Friday

  • Weather and schedule may require some Saturday work

• 10 hours per day​

Compensation:

• Starting wage of $28-$40/hr based on experience and skill set

• Paid Overtime

• Year End Bonus

• Full benefit package including RRSP matching and health benefits

• PPE / Clothing Allowance

• Company Cell Phone / Laptop / Electronics plan

• Company Vehicle

• Fuel Card

• Tool Allowance

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Compensation will be awarded based on the specific job role and experience level.

Flexible Language Requirement:
French not required

Work Location:
In person