Job Description

Foreperson - Landscape Construction (Unionized)Reporting to the Project Supervisor(s), the Foreperson leads a full crew of skilled and general labour (including a Lead Hand) to execute the construction of landscape projects in accordance with design plans provided. They are responsible for the full and effective operation at site, including people leadership, health & safety and ensuring the crews have the equipment and materials they require.
The Foreperson will be responsible for reporting directly to project sites using a company-provided vehicle and may be required to move between job sites on a daily basis.Responsibilities: *
CREW LEADERSHIP (45% of time): *

• Assign daily objectives to the crew in order to deliver completed projects on, or ahead of, schedule
• Mentor and motivate Lead Hands, Skilled and General Labourers to ensure crew effectiveness
• Represent and reinforce the values of the organization
• Supervise crew in the safe handling and use of equipment
• Ensure crew members have required training/certification for operation
• Track, approve and report attendance on a daily basis
• Performance manage attendance or performance issues of crew
• Ensure crew members are wearing PPE and adhering to D&G's Health & Safety procedures
• Communicate any company updates to the crew on behalf of Supervisor's, HR, Fleet Manager, etc.
• Provide input and participate in annual performance reviews for the crew

• Apply knowledge of landscape construction processes to ensure quality standards are achieved
• Review and ensure daily progress objectives are on track
• Plan and manage the schedule including arrangements for weather-related interruptions
• Place order to Dispatch by 3:30pm for the following day's material and float requirements
• Maintain and report Health & Safety on-site, including site inspections and incident reports
• Ensure the site is inspected, properly prepped each morning and ready for the day
• Installation of hardscaping, topsoil, plantings, sodding, and associated maintenance/pruning
• Coordinate arrival/installation of hardscaping structures (e.g. benches, garbage cans, installations, etc.)

• Ensure availability of small tools and equipment on-site (e.g. quick cuts, jumping jacks, etc.)
• Ensure availability of day-to-day items (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, etc.)
• Ensure equipment is in safe working order and maintained daily (e.g. greased)
• Ensure daily completion of circle checks on any equipment in excess of 10 hp
• Work with Dispatch and Fleet Manager to ensure non-operational or unsafe equipment is serviced and substitutes are available to minimize down time

• 1-2 years in Construction Supervision (preferably Landscape Construction)
• Proven success understanding project scheduling/planning
• Sound knowledge of design drawings
• Ability to maximize efficiency (crew, work planning, etc.)
• Knowledge of landscape construction materials, processes and equipment
• Adaptability to quickly respond to changing demands
• Effective ability to communicate and influence people in differing situations
• Self-starter with the foresight to plan proactively
• Willingness to travel between sites, as required