Landscape Crew Lead / Working Lead Hardscape & Outdoor Living

Job Title:

Landscape Crew Lead / Working Lead -

Hardscape & Outdoor Living Job Description:

Nova Scapes is a locally owned landscaping and hardscaping company serving homeowners across Northern Virginia since 2013. We build outdoor living spaces, install paver patios and retaining walls, and maintain residential properties across Bristow, Gainesville, Haymarket, Manassas, and the surrounding communities. We are hiring a Working Crew Lead to join our team full-time. This is a hands-on field role with added responsibility. You will work alongside the crew, demonstrate proper installation techniques on-site, handle material pickups and supply runs throughout the day, and keep jobs moving from start to finish. If you are reliable, take pride in your work, and want to grow into a bigger role with a team that treats you right, this is the job for you.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Work on residential landscaping and hardscaping job sites across Northern Virginia daily Demonstrate installation techniques to crew members on-site, including paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, and outdoor living features Pick up materials and supplies from local suppliers throughout the workday to keep crews on schedule Assign and adjust daily tasks based on crew capacity and job progress Serve as the go-between for the field crew and the office, communicating job status, material needs, and any issues Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe Conduct daily safety walkthroughs and make sure crew members follow safe work practices Interact professionally with homeowners when on-site and represent Nova Scapes well Maintain and organize company trucks, trailers, and equipment

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required:

2 or more years of hands-on experience in landscaping, hardscaping, lawn care, or a related outdoor trade Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (you will drive company vehicles and make supply runs) Prior experience guiding or leading a crew, even in an informal capacity Strong reliability and communication skills Ability to stay organized and adapt when the schedule changes

Preferred:

Experience with paver installation, retaining wall construction, or hardscape features Familiarity with suppliers and supply houses in Northern Virginia or Prince William County Experience operating compact equipment including skid steers or mini excavators Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift 50 or more pounds regularly Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including summer heat Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and perform physical labor throughout the full workday

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Competitive hourly pay based on experience Consistent full-time hours throughout the season Paid time off and holidays Clear path to grow into a Foreman or senior field role Supportive team environment with steady, year-round work

WHY NOVA SCAPES

We have been serving homeowners in Prince William County since 2013. We are not a national franchise. We are a local company, and we run a tight, professional operation. We show up when we say we will. We do the work right the first time. We take care of our crew the same way we take care of our clients. On Time. Done Right. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. If this sounds like the kind of team you want to work with, apply today. We respond quickly and the process is straightforward.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person