Crew Leader - Landscape Enhancements

Eastern Land Management; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Land Management in Stamford, CT is seeking a Landscape Enhancements Crew Leader to guide a crew in delivering high-quality outdoor projects. You will supervise in the field, interpret plans, and ensure safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

This hands-on leadership role combines landscape expertise with project coordination and customer service, requiring a strong work ethic, teamwork, and a commitment to premium finished landscapes across commercial properties.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping or related field.
• Ability to interpret landscape plans and project specifications.
• Valid driver's license preferred or required depending on role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscape enhancements crew in the field.
• Coordinate daily activities to complete projects safely and on plan.
• Perform landscape work including planting, mulching, edging, pruning.
• Interpret landscape plans and work instructions to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and client expectations.
• Organize tools, materials, and equipment for each project.
• Operate landscape equipment safely and efficiently.
• Train and guide crew members on proper methods and safety.
• Communicate project progress and any issues to supervisors.
• Maintain records of work performed and time worked.

Skills

Crew leadership

Communication

Safety procedures

Team motivation

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Job description

Join a dedicated team responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality outdoor environments for clients. As a Landscape Enhancements Crew Leader, you will lead a team in completing landscape enhancement projects while ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality. This is a hands‑on leadership position that combines landscape expertise with crew supervision, project coordination, and customer service. If you have experience in landscaping and enjoy leading a team while taking pride in the finished product, this is an excellent opportunity to make a visible impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscape enhancements crew while working alongside team members in the field.
• Coordinate daily crew activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to plan.
• Perform and oversee landscape enhancement work including planting, bed preparation, mulching, edging, pruning, and other landscape improvements.
• Interpret landscape plans, project specifications, and work instructions to ensure projects are completed correctly.
• Ensure work meets company quality standards and client expectations.
• Properly organize and utilize tools, materials, equipment, and other resources needed to complete projects.
• Operate hand tools, power equipment, mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with the loading, unloading, transportation, and proper handling of landscape materials and equipment.
• Monitor job sites for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Train, direct, and provide guidance to crew members on proper work methods and safety procedures.
• Communicate with supervisors regarding project progress, site conditions, materials, equipment, and any issues that may affect completion.
• Communicate professionally with clients and respond appropriately to questions or site concerns.
• Maintain accurate information regarding work completed, materials used, and time worked as required.
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in proper working and safe condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures and ensure crew members are working safely.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on a variety of commercial and landscape properties.
• Perform other landscape enhancement and crew leadership duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in landscaping or a related field.
• Previous experience leading or supervising a landscaping crew preferred.
• Strong knowledge of landscaping practices, plants, trees, shrubs, and landscape installation techniques.
• Ability to interpret landscape plans and project specifications.
• Ability to operate landscaping equipment, power tools, and hand tools safely.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate team members.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and keep projects moving efficiently.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, rain, snow, and cold temperatures.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record preferred/required based on position requirements.

Offered compensation: $22/hr - $28/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Landscape Installation and Enhancements
• Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance
• Crew Leadership / Team Supervision
• Landscape Plan Interpretation
• Planting and Landscape Installation
• Power Equipment Operation
• Hand Tool Operation
• Commercial Landscaping
• Valid Driver's License