Landscape Construction Foreman / Lead Installer Stonecrest Landscaping is seeking an experienced Landscape Construction Foreman / Lead Installer to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone with strong landscape construction experience who can work independently, lead a small crew, maintain high-quality workmanship, and help keep projects moving efficiently from start to finish. This is not an entry-level landscape laborer position. We are looking for someone who has real field experience in landscape construction and understands proper installation methods, jobsite organization, grading, drainage, irrigation, hardscape, and planting. Responsibilities The Landscape Construction Foreman / Lead Installer will be responsible for helping manage and perform day-to-day landscape construction work, including: Lead and work alongside a small landscape construction crew Review project plans, measurements, layouts, and scope of work Lay out projects accurately before installation Establish proper grades, elevations, slopes, and drainage Coordinate daily tasks and keep crew members productive Maintain quality control throughout the project Communicate material needs, project issues, and job progress with the owner/project manager Help organize material deliveries and jobsite staging Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are used properly Keep jobsites clean, organized, and professional Identify potential problems before they become costly mistakes Maintain a safe working environment Complete projects according to company standards and specifications Communicate professionally with homeowners when necessary Required Landscape Construction Experience Applicants should have several years of professional landscape construction experience and be comfortable performing or overseeing the following: Hardscape & Paver Installation Paver patios Paver walkways Driveways and parking areas Outdoor steps and landings Proper excavation depths Geotextile fabric installation Aggregate base installation Compaction Screeding and bedding layers Paver layout and cutting Edge restraint installation Joint material installation Setting elevations and maintaining proper drainage Experience with permeable or open-graded paver installations is a plus. Retaining Walls Must understand proper construction methods for segmental retaining walls, including: Excavation Base preparation Compaction Leveling the first course Drain rock installation Perforated drain pipe Geotextile separation fabric Proper backfill procedures Geogrid installation when required Cutting and fitting retaining wall blocks Cap installation Maintaining proper setback and alignment Experience with hillside construction and terraced retaining walls is highly preferred. Drainage & Grading Applicant should understand how water moves through a property and how to properly grade and drain landscaped areas.

Experience should include:

Establishing finish grades Creating positive drainage away from structures French drains Catch basins Channel drains Solid drain pipe Perforated drain pipe Downspout drainage Drain rock installation Trenching Proper pipe slope Identifying drainage problems onsite Must be comfortable using a laser level, transit, string lines, or similar tools to establish grades and elevations. Irrigation Applicant should have experience installing and repairing residential irrigation systems, including: PVC mainline and lateral installation Trenching Irrigation valves and manifolds Sprinkler heads Drip irrigation Drip emitters Pressure regulators Filters Irrigation fittings Valve boxes Irrigation troubleshooting Locating and repairing leaks Adjusting sprinkler coverage Installing irrigation for new planting areas Experience with irrigation controllers and low-voltage wiring is preferred. Planting & Softscape Applicant should understand proper landscape planting practices, including: Tree installation Shrub installation Groundcover installation Soil preparation Soil amendments Mulch installation Proper plant spacing Proper planting depths Staking trees when necessary Irrigation around new plants Must understand how to work carefully around existing trees, landscaping, irrigation, utilities, and structures. Sod & Artificial Turf Experience with the following is preferred: Soil preparation Grading Sod installation Irrigation preparation Artificial turf excavation and base preparation Compaction Turf layout Seam installation Perimeter attachment Infill installation Concrete & Masonry Basic experience with concrete and masonry is strongly preferred, including: Mixing and placing concrete Setting posts in concrete Building small concrete pads or footings Basic formwork Masonry cutting Block installation Natural stone and flagstone installation Equipment Experience Applicant should be comfortable safely operating common landscape construction tools and equipment.

Preferred experience includes:

Mini skid steer Skid steer Mini excavator Plate compactor Jumping jack compactor Concrete saw Paver saw Demo saw Jackhammer Rototiller Trenchers Laser levels Grinders Rotary hammers Power tools Hand tools Trailer towing and equipment loading experience is a plus.

Foreman / Leadership

Expectations We are specifically looking for someone who can eventually take ownership of day-to-day field operations. The ideal candidate should be able to: Receive a project scope and understand what needs to be completed Determine the proper sequence of work Give clear instructions to crew members Keep workers productive throughout the day Maintain quality without constant supervision Keep track of materials and communicate when additional materials are needed Identify mistakes before work continues Take accurate measurements Calculate basic material quantities Read a tape measure accurately Use basic construction math Maintain project timelines Communicate problems immediately Take responsibility for workmanship Help train less-experienced employees We are looking for someone who thinks ahead instead of waiting to be told every individual task.

Qualifications Preferred candidates will have:

3-5+ years of professional landscape construction experience Previous crew lead, lead installer, or foreman experience preferred Strong understanding of hardscape construction Strong understanding of drainage and grading Irrigation installation and repair experience Ability to read landscape plans and project drawings Ability to perform accurate measurements and layout Ability to operate landscape construction equipment Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to safely lift and carry landscape construction materials Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Strong communication skills Dependable attendance Professional attitude Strong attention to detail What We Are Looking For The right person for this position takes pride in their work and understands the difference between simply completing a job and completing it correctly.

We value someone who is:

Reliable Experienced Detail-oriented Productive Organized Honest Responsible Comfortable leading others Willing to work alongside the crew Able to solve problems independently Interested in growing with the company We are looking for someone who wants a long-term opportunity and has the potential to become a key member of our company as we continue to grow.

Compensation Starting pay:

approximately $42-$48 per hour depending on experience and ability. Highly qualified candidates with strong foreman-level experience may start toward the higher end of the range.

Compensation may include:

Competitive hourly pay 90-day performance and compensation review Opportunities for raises based on performance and responsibility Project performance bonuses Opportunities for increased leadership and responsibility as the company grows Performance bonuses may be based on workmanship, efficiency, project profitability, meeting labor targets, jobsite organization, avoiding callbacks, and customer satisfaction. Schedule Full-time position. Typical work will include residential landscape construction projects throughout Santa Cruz and Santa Clara Counties. Applicants should be available for early morning construction schedules and be dependable Monday through Friday, with occasional additional work depending on project schedules. Application Requirements When applying, please provide: Number of years of landscape construction experience Previous landscape or construction companies worked for Types of projects you have completed Hardscape experience Retaining wall experience Irrigation experience Drainage and grading experience Equipment you are comfortable operating Any previous crew lead or foreman experience Applicants selected for consideration may be asked to participate in a paid working interview to evaluate field experience, workmanship, leadership ability, and overall fit.

Pay:

From $45.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person