Landscape Lead Hand

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime pay

Reliable hours

Team atmosphere

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Company PPE

Job summary

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc. in Alberta seeks an experienced Landscape Lead Hand to lead high-performing crews, oversee field operations, and implement advanced equipment and digital reporting systems. This role offers growth into leadership while delivering complex landscape projects.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of landscaping experience, proven leadership, and a strong safety mindset. Join a team focused on quality and career development within a dynamic civil construction

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Landscaping Experience.
• Proven experience as Landscape Lead Hand.
• Pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test required.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.
• Solid understanding of landscaping, tree and shrub planting, pavers and concrete.
• Comfortable using tablets, construction software, and digital reporting systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings, grades, and survey information.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise landscape construction work to maximize productivity and meet project schedules.
• Hands-on field construction involved in planning, construction, quality, and safety.
• Communicating to the Foreman upcoming needs for the project including materials, manpower and equipment.
• Identify and resolve field issues before they impact production.
• Ensure all work meets company standards, project specifications, and client expectations.
• Ensures that all work is being done safely and in an efficient manner that maintains Wilco's excellent quality.
• Train, coach, and develop crew members while identifying future leaders with a focus on Wilco procedures and safe work practices.
• Complete daily reporting, safety documentation, and payroll confirmation using modern field technology.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Team coordination

Communication

Safety awareness

Reading construction drawings

GPS machine control knowledge

Digital reporting

Problem solving

Tools

GPS machine control

Laser levels

Construction software

Tablets

Job description

• Streetscape Construction

Build Your Career with One of Alberta's Leading Civil Contractors

Looking for more than just your next job? If you're an experienced Landscape Lead Hand who wants opportunities to grow, and the chance to lead high-performing crews using some of the newest equipment and technology in the industry, we'd like to meet you.

Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc., we don't just build projects—we build careers. We're committed to developing our people through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and continuous learning while delivering some of Alberta's most exciting civil construction projects.

Why Join Wilco?

• Consistent, long-term employment with one of Alberta's most respected civil contractors
• Career advancement opportunities into leadership roles
• Work with a modern fleet of new and late-model CAT equipment
• Utilize the latest LiDAR technology, GPS machine control, and 3D mapping systems
• Competitive compensation
• Diverse, challenging projects that keep every day interesting
• A company culture built on Safety First, respect, accountability, and a true One Team mindset
• The opportunity to make a real impact—from project planning through successful completion

We're Hiring Leaders In:

• Hardscape Construction
• Streetscape Construction
• Landscape Construction

Whether you're an experienced Lead Hand ready for your next challenge or even a Landscape Labourer looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we want to hear from you!

The Leader We're Looking For:

• You're someone people naturally follow
• You lead by example, communicate clearly, and believe that the best projects are built by strong teams.
• You create an environment where people take pride in their work
• You're organized, adaptable, and confident making decisions in a fast-paced construction environment while never compromising safety or quality
• Most importantly, you understand that great leaders build people just as much as they build projects

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise landscape construction work to maximize productivity and meet project schedules
• Being hands-on in field construction involved in all aspects of project construction including planning, construction, quality, and safety
• Communicating to the Foreman upcoming needs for the project including materials, manpower and equipment
• Identify and resolve field issues before they impact production
• Ensure all work meets company standards, project specifications, and client expectations
• Ensures that all work is being done safely and in an efficient manner that maintains Wilco's excellent quality
• Train, coach, and develop crew members while identifying future leaders with a focus on Wilco procedures and safe work practices
• Complete daily reporting, safety documentation, and payroll confirmation using modern field technology

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of Landscaping Experience
• Proven experience as Landscape Lead Hand
• Successful completion of a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test
• Demonstrable leadership skills
• Solid understanding of landscaping, tree and shrub planting, pavers and concrete
• Comfortable using tablets, construction software, and digital reporting systems
• Ability to read construction drawings, grades, and survey information
• Experience with GPS machine control, laser levels, or related construction technology is an asset
• Work unsupervised with a 3-5 person crew
• Have solid knowledge of the fundamental principals of landscaping including grading, planting and hardscape
• Valid drivers license

Benefits

• Competitive wages with overtime pay
• Reliable hours and job stability
• Incredible work environment and team atmosphere
• Training & Development. Interested a in course? Tell us about it we would love to know!
• Corporate Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Company PPE