Site Foreman

Terrain Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Dental care

Extended health care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

RRSP Matching

Overtime after 44 hrs

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Terrain Group is seeking a Site Foreman to lead our field crews in landscaping and excavation. This hands-on leadership role requires supervising daily operations, operating equipment, mentoring crew, and ensuring safety and quality on site.

You'll work year-round in outdoor conditions, coordinating tasks with the Project Supervisor, and actively contributing in the field rather than from the sidelines. Competitive hourly wages and benefits are offered in Canada.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a crew leader/foreperson in landscaping, excavation, or related construction industry.
• Experience operating excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license (DZ license considered an asset).
• Strong understanding of safe work practices, quality workmanship standards, and equipment operation.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily crew activities.
• Assign tasks and manage workflow to maximize productivity.
• Execute work according to project plans and specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform skilled labour as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company safety policies.
• Enforce proper PPE usage and safe work practices.
• Monitor quality of workmanship and ensure company standards are met.
• Train, mentor, and support crew members.
• Communicate project updates, material needs, and site issues to the Project Supervisor.
• Track daily production, labour hours, and project progress.
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites.
• Troubleshoot field issues and make sound day-to-day operational decisions.
• Assist with winter snow operations, including snow removal, equipment operation, and extended or on-call hours during snow events.

Skills

Crew leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Excavators

Skid steers

Loaders

Job description

Terrain group is looking for an experienced landscaping or excavation professional who enjoys leading by example? We're looking for a Site Foreman to lead our field crews while remaining actively involved in the work. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll supervise daily operations, operate equipment, mentor crew members, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

If you're a strong leader who takes pride in quality workmanship and isn't afraid to get your hands dirty, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Site Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day execution of landscaping and excavation projects in the field. Reporting to the Project Supervisor, you'll lead and coordinate the crew, assign daily tasks, operate heavy equipment, and work alongside your team to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to company standards.

This is a working leadership position—not a supervisory role from the sidelines. You'll be expected to actively contribute in the field while providing guidance, coaching, and support to your crew.

This is a year round position, with snow related and construction work throughout the winter

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily crew activities
• Assign tasks and manage workflow to maximize productivity.
• Execute work according to project plans and specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform skilled labour as required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company safety policies.
• Enforce proper PPE usage and safe work practices.
• Monitor quality of workmanship and ensure company standards are met.
• Train, mentor, and support crew members.
• Communicate project updates, material needs, and site issues to the Project Supervisor.
• Track daily production, labour hours, and project progress.
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites.
• Troubleshoot field issues and make sound day-to-day operational decisions.
• Assist with winter snow operations, including snow removal, equipment operation, and extended or on-call hours during snow events.

What Success Looks Like

• Safe, productive, and organized job sites.
• Projects completed on schedule and to quality standards.
• Crews that are motivated, engaged, and well supported.
• Strong communication with project management.
• Consistent hands-on leadership and teamwork.

• Previous experience leading landscaping, excavation, or civil construction crews.

• Strong hands-on experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience reading and executing project plans and specifications.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
• Experience communicating with clients, site inspectors, or subcontractors.
• Experience directing and coordinating field crews on job sites.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to participate in winter snow operations, including extended or on-call hours during snow events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a crew leader/foreperson in landscaping, excavation, or related construction industry.
• Experience operating excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license (DZ license considered an asset).
• Strong understanding of safe work practices, quality workmanship standards, and equipment operation.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

• Competitive wage $30.00-$35.00/hour
• Dental care

• Extended health care
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• RRSP Matching
• Overtime after 44 hrs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment