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Foreman/Supervisor – Landscape Construction
Job Number: F-062020
Precision Grounds Landscaping Design/Build is a residential landscape construction company located in The Blue Mountains, Ontario. We specialize in natural stone, manufactured stone and wood concepts. We are a recognized Unilock Authorized Contractor, and Member of Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association.
We are looking to expand our team with like-minded people who want to grow their careers in the industry, have a passion for the trade and take pride in their quality of work and self-education. Some of our key incentives are:
- Competitive pay (we offer incentivised pay structure between employees & company)
- We invest in industry leading equipment to make our job easier and less physically demanding
- We respect a healthy work/life balance
- We offer as many hours as you would like to work
Job Description Foreman/Supervisor – Landscape Construction
Reports to: Site supervisor
Summary:
The Landscape Construction Foreman/supervisor is responsible for helping oversee all on-site aspects of landscape construction projects.
Core Capabilities:
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills
- Teamwork
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
Job Duties:
- Manage the execution of 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 job sites prior to the beginning of a project
- Delegate job tasks to appropriate crew members to assist in the completion of landscape constructions
- Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.
- Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities
- Comply with all company policies and regulations
- Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
- Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards
- Enforce and work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations at shop/yard and on jobsites
- Provide clear and concise direction to crew on a daily basis to achieve the goals of each project
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
Requirements:
- Seasoned professional preferred, with demonstrated experience in the landscape/construction industry, 15 years or more preferred
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices, including extensive experience doing stone work, walkways and patios
- High quality workmanship and attention to detail
- Knowledge of the latest industry trends and best installation practices
- Speak, read, and write English
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Good time management and project management skills
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Provide polite and compassionate client service
- Demonstrate exceptional work ethic and attention to detail
- Have a positive outlook and professional appearance
Work Conditions:
- Work Hours: Mondays to Fridays, usually 7:15am – 5:00pm
- Ability to work safely with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout every work shift
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Fitness and stamina required for repeated or lengthy times of bending, lifting, standing, kneeling or crouching
- 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
- Easy going but hard-working team environment
Compensation:
- Competitive pay $25-40/hour depending on years of experience
- Benefits:
- Bonus payments, depending on team performance and progress
- 4% vacation pay included in every pay cheque
- Breakfast supplied every Monday morning at “Toolbox Talk” and lunch every Friday
- We take all public holidays off and those are paid
- Easy-going atmosphere
Start Date:
Immediately
NOTE: Please reference our Job # F-062020 when applying for this job!
Application Deadline: 10 July 2020