Construction Crew Lead - Swimming Pools

Red Leaf Developments, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Bonus structure eligibility

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Sacramento is seeking a Construction Crew Lead to manage daily operations across high-end swimming pool and landscape projects. This role involves overseeing on-site activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining quality expectations. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in construction leadership, particularly in pool or landscape construction. Compensation ranges from $35 to $45 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a construction leadership role.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and jobsite coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site construction activities including managing subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and jobsite cleanliness.
• Track material quantities, equipment needs, and site logistics.

Skills

Construction leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Construction sequencing

Organization

Tools

Google Workspace

Smartsheet

Job description

Red Leaf Developments,Inc.

Construction Crew Lead - Swimming Pools

About Red Leaf Developments:

Red Leaf Developments, Inc. is a design-build firm redefining the standard for outdoor living environments. Specializing in high‑end residential and commercial pool and landscape design/construction, our vision is to deliver personalized, innovative spaces that enhance our clients' daily lives.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized Construction Crew Lead to manage day‑to‑day operations across multiple high‑end swimming pool and landscape project sites. This role involves managing the construction field crew, meeting project timelines and milestones, and overseeing labor and material management and expenditures. The Crew Lead is Red Leaf's on‑site leader upholding our standards, solving problems in real time, and ensuring the field crew delivers the highest quality work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all daily on‑site construction activities for assigned projects, including coordinating subcontractors and field crews.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards and jobsite cleanliness.
• Identify and address potential delays that could impact the overall schedule; communicate promptly with the Project Manager and Head of Construction.
• Track material quantities, equipment needs, and site logistics to keep work moving efficiently.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, photos, as‑built notes, and inspection documentation.
• Problem‑solve field conditions and ensure punch‑list items are completed.
• Verify work is completed according to plans and Red Leaf's quality expectations.
• Represent Red Leaf professionally when interacting with clients, neighbors, inspectors, and trade partners.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a construction leadership role.
• Experience in pool, landscape, or hardscape construction strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, jobsite coordination, and field problem‑solving.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Clear communication skills and professional, client‑focused demeanor.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace; familiarity with Smartsheet or similar preferred.
• Highly organized, proactive, and aligned with Red Leaf's high‑performance culture.

Physical Requirements:

The ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds, the ability to stoop, crawl, kneel, bend at the neck and waist, twist at the neck and waist, grasp, use fine manipulation, reach above shoulder height, lift, sit, and stand for long periods of time (up to 10 hours per day).

All applicants must be willing to submit to drug and background tests.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $35 - $45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Bonus structure eligibility
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health benefits (contribution to plan of choice)
• Paid time off
• Full‑time, year‑round employment