Lead Hand – Landscape Construction

Hutten Land and Shore; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutten Land & Shore in Owen Sound, Ontario, is seeking a Lead Hand – Landscape Construction to support the Crew Leader on medium-scale projects. This hands-on role combines strong technical ability with growing leadership responsibility on-site.

You’ll supervise a 2–3 person crew, read blueprints, operate landscape tools and heavy equipment, ensure safety and quality, and help deliver projects to Hutten standards through practical leadership and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Mid-level experience in landscape construction.
• Willing to lead a small crew on site.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Valid Class A Restricted (AR) license or willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• Strong communication and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Leader in supervising 2–3 person crew and coordinating daily work, at times independently.
• Support safety, quality, and productivity on site.
• Operate equipment and manage on-site logistics.
• Complete required paperwork and daily logs.
• Communicate professionally with customers.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong communicator

Landscape construction

On-site supervision

Safety management

Tools

Chainsaws

Jackhammers

Laser levels

Measurement equipment

Skid steer

Excavator

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Lead Hand – Landscape Construction

Landscape - Owen Sound, Ontario

Department

Landscape

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$22-$27/hour

Lead Hand – Landscape Construction

Hutten Land & Shore

Owen Sound, ON

$22–$27/hour, based on experience

Shape our rugged landscape.

You’re a skilled landscape builder.

You’re comfortable taking the lead on smaller projects.

And you know how to turn a design into reality.

As a Lead Hand – Landscape Construction, you support the Crew Leader in executing high-quality landscape construction projects while guiding daily crew performance. You combine strong technical ability with growing leadership responsibility — helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to Hutten standards.

This is hands-on, outdoor work — paired with accountability and direction on site.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Project Execution

• Assist the Crew Leader in supervising, delegating, coordinating, and executing daily work activities of a 2–3 person crew — at times independently
• Support management of safety, quality, and productivity
• Work safely and responsibly with strong initiative
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and yard areas

Assistant Leadership

• Take ownership of smaller projects while supporting overall project leadership
• Demonstrate continuous growth and personal goal achievement
• Actively participate in regular team meetings
• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers
• Comply with all company and safety regulations

Quality Workmanship

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications
• Layout of work areas to required elevations, grades, and drainage requirements
• Site calculations and material quantity take-offs
• Operation of chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, and construction tools
• Operation of heavy equipment including skid steer, excavator, and loader
• Operation of crew truck and trailer
• Completion of complex and detailed stone, wood, water, and planting installations

Short-Term Planning & Documentation

• Complete required paperwork and electronic logs daily
• Participate in daily planning to coordinate project goals and identify obstacles
• Track estimated vs. actual job hours

What Success Looks Like

• Projects completed to Hutten quality standards
• Estimated vs. actual hours managed effectively
• Strong on-site leadership presence
• Safe, organized, productive job sites
• Clear communication and customer confidence
• You hold a valid Class A Restricted (AR) license or greater, or are willing and able to obtain one within 3 months of hire, and are confident operating trucks, trailers, and equipment safely and professionally

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• You value the Hutten philosophy
• You are a strong communicator
• You are detail-oriented and organized
• You can confidently guide others
• You embrace deadlines and physical work
• You are highly skilled in landscape construction
• You can calculate grades, slopes, and complex layouts
• You can read and interpret landscape designs
• You are comfortable operating heavy equipment
• You can use a smartphone for communication and reporting

The Seasonality

Landscape Construction operates from early spring through late fall / early winter. During slower periods, there may be opportunities to contribute to other departments depending on workload and company needs.

Why Hutten?

• Strong coaching and leadership development
• Open book management
• Monthly team events — BBQs, family parties, breakfast updates, games, and seasonal celebrations
• A high-performance, growth-focused culture
• Real opportunity to develop leadership skills and advance within the company

Location

Owen Sound, Ontario

Department

Landscape

Employment Type

Full-Time

Compensation

$22-$27/hour

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Landscape - Owen Sound, Ontario