Hardscape Foreman

3 days ago


Port Sydney, Canada Stonescaping Muskoka Full time

Core Capabilities:
▪ Customer and quality focus
▪ Effective communication ski ls (both verbal and written)
▪ Team work
▪ Excelent problem solving abilities
▪ Responsibility and dependability
▪ Ethics and integrity

Summary:
The Hardscape Foreman is responsible for overseeing al on-site aspects of landscape construction and maintenance projects.

Job Duties:

- Manage the execution of hardscape 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
- Delegate job tasks to appropriate crew members to assist in the completion of landscape constructions
- Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.
- Construct walkways, walls, gardens etc.
- Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a regular basis
- Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities
- Meet with subcontractors and supervise quality, efficiency, and deadlines
- Comply with al company policies and regulations
- Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
- Ensure that al work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that al crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards
- Enforce and work in accordance with al local health and safety laws and regulations at shop/yard and on jobsites
- Employee training
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner Requirements:

- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the landscape/construction industry
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication ski ls (both verbal and written)
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Time management ski ls
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
- Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
- Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold -Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 - 55 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-04-14



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