Hardscape Foreman

Position Overview

The hardscape installation foreman is experienced in hardscape and landscape construction and installation methods while working with minimal supervision. This position both directs and coaches the activities of a small team in the construction of paver patios, retaining walls, kitchens and outdoor living spaces.

Essential Responsibilities

Install paver or natural stone patios & segmental block retaining walls
Read and interpret landscape/hardscape design and construction plans
Proficiently operates, a variety of mechanical equipment including :
skid steers, mini excavators, plate compactors, stone grinders, drills, gas and electric chop saws, demolition hammers, and jack hammers
Complete and turn in accurate paperwork including timesheets, daily job report, and material tickets
Plan and organizes the job, ensuring that sufficient resources have been ordered via operations manager and requested materials are available, with a keen eye on minimizing downtime
Manage a team of two or more employees, including handling personnel issues on site and training employees on policies and procedures
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including work site and equipment
Briefs Senior Staff and make recommendations on job status, personnel issues, or client concerns
Maintains assigned equipment and notifies operations manager of needed repairs

Qualifications

The successful individual will have a working knowledge of standard construction practices and basic understanding of drainage, sleeves, footings, concrete forms, plumbing and electrical
2-5 years of hardscape installation experience preferred
Strong mathematical skills, job planning skills and mechanical aptitude are a must
Able to lead, manage and communicate with coworkers and occasionally clients
Read & execute blueprints, plans construction drawings
Paver, step, and wall installation
Retaining wall, walkway, patio, fire pit and outdoor kitchen installation
Operate/use all landscape tools & equipment effectively
Operate skid-steer & mini-excavators effectively
Ability to lift/move up to 80 pounds
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and own transportation
Ability to pass background check and drug screening
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
Masonry / CMU & veneer work is a plus

Salary/Wage

Competitive salary and benefits

Hours

40 hours per week. Mon – Fri