Hardscape Foreman: Paving and Wall Crews Leader

Wilco; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime pay

Growth opportunities

Team atmosphere

PPE provided

Job summary

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc. seeks a Paving Stone / Block Wall Foreman to manage crews for projects in the Edmonton area. The role involves supervising installation of paving stones and retaining walls, reading site plans, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring quality and safety.

The position requires strong leadership, long days (Mon–Sat), and a focus on precision. CSTS 2020 and CSA-approved boots are preferred; Class 5 license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience installing paving stones, retaining walls, or landscape construction projects.
• Previous crew leadership or foreman experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of grading, compaction, drainage, and hardscape installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, grades, and construction drawings.
• Experience operating landscape construction equipment is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.
• Strong communication skills; English safety instructions required.
• CSTS 2020 is an employment requirement (may be provided).
• CSA approved steel-toed boots & Mobile smart phone required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise paving stone and block wall crews, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate daily crew activities, equipment, and material requirements.
• Read and interpret project drawings, site plans, grades, and specifications.
• Prepare and grade installation areas to ensure a solid, long-lasting base for paving stone and retaining wall projects.
• Install paving stones, retaining walls, garden walls, steps, and related hardscape features according to project specifications and design layouts.
• Ensure precise alignment, spacing, grading, and elevation of paving stones and wall systems to achieve a professional finished product.
• Oversee excavation, compaction, and placement of aggregate base materials, sand, and concrete as required.
• Operate and oversee the safe operation of landscape construction equipment.
• Monitor workmanship and conduct quality inspections throughout the project to ensure company standards are met.
• Train, mentor, and support crew members in installation techniques, safety practices, and jobsite expectations.
• Conduct daily toolbox meetings and ensure all crew members follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and resolve site challenges, grade issues, and installation conflicts in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe worksite, including debris removal and hazard identification.
• Complete daily reports, time tracking, and other project documentation as required.
• Follow all safety protocols and ensure adherence to company policies.

Skills

Crew leadership

Site plans reading

Communication

Safety awareness

Outdoor/physical work

Equipment operation

Driver's license (Class 5)

Job description

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc. seeks a Paving Stone / Block Wall Foreman to manage crews for projects in the Edmonton area. The role involves supervising installation of paving stones and retaining walls, reading site plans, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring quality and safety.

The position requires strong leadership, long days (Mon–Sat), and a focus on precision. CSTS 2020 and CSA-approved boots are preferred; Class 5 license is required.