Landscaper Hardscape Lead Hand at No Limit Landscaping

No Limit Landscaping; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship toward Red Seal

First Aid training

Profit sharing

Extended health care

Dental and vision benefits

Cellphone allowance

Mileage subsidy

Paid time off

Company events

Job summary

No Limit Landscaping in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a Landscape Construction Lead Hand to supervise a small crew and assist the Foreperson in coordinating daily site work. You will stay hands-on with hardscape and softscape tasks while upholding safety, quality, and efficiency across Metro Vancouver projects.

The role requires 3+ years in landscape construction, strong hardscape experience, and the ability to read plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years landscape construction experience.
• Strong hardscape construction experience (pavers, walls, stairs).
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators and compactors.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans/elevations.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily site activities with the Foreperson.
• Support a small crew of 2–4 employees and guide tasks.
• Maintain productivity and safety on site while staying hands-on.
• Read and interpret plans and ensure installations meet specs.
• Assist with time tracking and job documentation.

Skills

Hardscape

Leadership

Equipment operation

Reading plans

Field math

Communication

Outdoor work

Transportation

Tools

Skid steer

Excavator

Compactor

Job description

Landscaper Hardscape Lead Hand – No Limit Landscaping

We are a full-service landscape construction company specializing in custom residential projects, including patios, stairs, retaining walls, water features, artificial turf, sod, and softscape plantings. Our team builds high-quality outdoor spaces across Metro Vancouver that homeowners love and cherish, and that our crews are proud to create. We are looking for a Landscape Construction Lead Hand who is ready to take the next step in their career. Someone who wants to grow their skills, take on leadership responsibilities, and be part of a company that invests in its people.

Office Location: Burnaby, BC (projects across Metro Vancouver)

Compensation: $28 - $32 per hour, depending on experience

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Paid apprenticeship and schooling toward your Red Seal in Horticulture ICBA
• First Aid, and other professional training opportunities
• Quarterly profit sharing
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
• Monthly cellphone allowance and mileage subsidy
• Paid time off and company events

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Landscape Construction Lead Hand, you will work closely with the Foreperson to help coordinate daily site activities, support crew members, and ensure landscape projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards. You will remain hands-on with construction while helping guide the crew and maintain productivity on site.

Hardscape Construction

• Build patios, stairs, retaining walls, fences, walkways, and other outdoor features.
• Perform excavation, grading, base preparation, and compaction.
• Install pavers, natural stone, concrete products, and wall systems.
• Operate landscape construction equipment, including skid steers, excavators, compactors, and power tools.
• Assist with layout, measurements, and ensuring installations meet project specifications.
• Read and interpret landscape plans, construction drawings, and site layouts to support accurate installation.

Softscape Construction

• Install water features, artificial turf, sod, trees, shrubs, and planting areas.
• Complete soil preparation, grading, and landscape finishing.
• Ensure final details meet company quality standards.
• Assist with coordinating workflow between hardscape and softscape tasks.

Leadership & Crew Support

• Support the Foreperson with daily task planning and site organization.
• Help coordinate and guide a small crew of 2-4 employees.
• Provide direction and support to crew members to ensure tasks are completed properly.
• Encourage safe work practices, quality workmanship, and efficient production.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and material needs with the Foreperson.
• Help maintain a positive and respectful team environment.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Perform basic field calculations, including measurements, grades, slopes, and material quantities.
• Read and interpret landscape plans and construction drawings.
• Identify site challenges and communicate solutions with the Foreperson.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and organized.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials and equipment.
• Complete time tracking and job documentation accurately.
• Support seasonal work, including snow removal during winter months.

Who You Are

You are an experienced landscape construction professional who enjoys building quality projects and helping a team succeed.

• Minimum 3 years of landscape construction experience.
• Strong hardscape construction experience, including pavers, retaining walls, stairs, stonework, and grading.
• Experience operating landscape equipment such as skid steers, excavators, and compactors.
• The ability to complete skilled construction tasks independently.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, installation methods, and job site organization.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans, construction drawings, elevations, and site layouts.
• Basic field math skills, including measurements, material quantities, grades, and slopes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work outdoors year-round and lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Reliable transportation to job sites throughout Metro Vancouver.
• CSA-approved steel-toed boots and required PPE.

Bonus Skills

• Experience towing trailers.
• Experience managing small crews or acting as a Lead Hand.
• Experience with project layout, elevations, grading, and construction measurements.
• Basic digital literacy for time tracking and communication.
• First Aid certification.

Physical Outdoor Work Expectations

This is a physically active role requiring lifting, bending, and working outdoors in all weather conditions across Metro Vancouver. You’ll spend most of your time on site, building and creating exceptional outdoor spaces.

Ready to Grow a Career with No Limits?

If you’re ready to take the next step toward leadership, sharpen your skills, and build landscapes you can be proud of; this is where you do it. Join a company that values craftsmanship, growth, and the people behind the projects. We’re a tight-knit team that takes pride in our work, values respect and quality, and celebrates success together.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour Benefits: Commuter benefits Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Profit sharing Tuition reimbursement Vision care Application question(s): Do you currently hold a work or study permit? Please specify. Do you own a reliable vehicle or have access to transportation to commute to job sites? Are you able to repeatedly lift 50 lbs. unassisted on a daily basis? Experience: operating an excavator: 1 year (preferred) operating a skid steer: 1 year (preferred) Lead Hand/Junior Foreman: 1 year (preferred) hardscaping: 2 years (preferred) Language: English (preferred) Licence/Certification: BC Driving Licence (required) Work Location: In person

We can’t wait to meet our next team leader!