Edmonton Paving Stone & Wall Foreman - Lead Crew

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages with overtime

Growth opportunities

Incredible work environment

Corporate Referral Program

Company PPE

Job summary

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc. is seeking a Paving Stone / Block Wall Foreman to lead crews in the Edmonton area, overseeing installation of paving stones and retaining walls.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-site coordination with project drawings and site plans. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in paving or landscape construction, with supervisory experience and knowledge of grading, drainage, and hardscape practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience installing paving stones, retaining walls, or landscape projects.
• Prior crew leadership or foreman experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of grading, compaction, drainage, and hardscape installation practices.
• Read and interpret site plans, grades, and drawings.
• Experience operating landscape construction equipment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise paving stone and block wall crews, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate daily crew activities, equipment, and materials.
• Read and interpret project drawings, site plans, grades, and specifications.
• Prepare and grade installation areas to ensure solid bases for paving and walls.
• Install paving stones, retaining walls, garden walls, steps, and related features.
• Ensure precise alignment, spacing, grading, and elevation for professional results.
• Oversee excavation, compaction, and placement of base materials, sand, and concrete as required.
• Operate and supervise safe use of landscape equipment (skid steers, compactors, saws).
• Conduct quality inspections and mentor crew in techniques and safety.
• Maintain clean, safe worksites and enforce safety policies.
• Complete daily reports and time tracking for projects.
• Identify and resolve site challenges and installation conflicts promptly.

Skills

Stone paving installation

Crew leadership

Site supervision

Reading drawings

Equipment operation

English communication

Tools

Skid steer

Compactor

Saws

Job description

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc. is seeking a Paving Stone / Block Wall Foreman to lead crews in the Edmonton area, overseeing installation of paving stones and retaining walls.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-site coordination with project drawings and site plans. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in paving or landscape construction, with supervisory experience and knowledge of grading, drainage, and hardscape practices.