Enhancement Crew Lead — Outdoor Projects & Growth

Russell Landscape; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Russell Landscape is seeking an Enhancement Crew Leader to oversee the installation of landscape enhancement projects for our commercial clients. This hands-on leader role requires strong horticultural knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to guide a crew to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of landscape installation or enhancement experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role, and proven ability to read site plans and manage daily operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in landscape installation or enhancement.
• At least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of plant material, installation techniques, and enhancement practices.
• Ability to read site plans and direct crews accordingly.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; ability to drive trucks with trailers.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of 2–5 team members on enhancement projects.
• Execute and oversee installation tasks including planting, mulching, seasonal color, sod installation, and small hardscape projects.
• Read and interpret site plans to ensure projects are installed to specifications.
• Manage daily jobsite operations, including task assignments, equipment use, and safety compliance.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper techniques, efficiency, and safety.
• Monitor progress to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to quality standards.
• Operate trucks, trailers, and landscape equipment safely and efficiently.
• Communicate with supervisors and project managers regarding progress, challenges, or client concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Site plan reading

Equipment operation

Communication

Safety compliance

Tools

Skid steers

Trenchers

Power tools

Truck/Trailer operation

Job description

Russell Landscape is seeking an Enhancement Crew Leader to oversee the installation of landscape enhancement projects for our commercial clients. This hands-on leader role requires strong horticultural knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to guide a crew to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of landscape installation or enhancement experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role, and proven ability to read site plans and manage daily operations.