Enhancements Foreman

LMI CO; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI Colorado Landscapes seeks an Enhancements Foreman to lead a crew on commercial landscape enhancement and construction projects in the Denver metro area. This hands-on role blends crew leadership with landscape installation, hardscape work, and equipment operation.

You will coordinate with Production Managers and project supervisors to deliver quality results on schedule and per project specs, while training crew members and enforcing safety on active sites in Colorado weather.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leadership in landscape enhancements and hardscape installation.
• Ability to train and mentor crew members on installation techniques and safety.
• Read and interpret landscape plans, drawings, and project specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a crew, assign daily tasks, and coordinate labor, equipment, and materials.
• Install concrete walkways, curbs, and pads; construct retaining walls; and install paver patios and other hardscape features.
• Perform excavation, grading, site preparation, base preparation, compaction, and drainage work.
• Install decorative rock, mulch, edging, and sod; assist with planting trees and shrubs as needed.
• Read landscape plans and inspect completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Safely operate skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, loaders, and other landscape equipment.
• Monitor project progress, communicate site challenges, and maintain daily records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Compactors

Backhoe/Loader

Job description

LMI Colorado Landscapes is seeking an Enhancements Foreman to lead a crew on commercial landscape enhancement and construction projects throughout the Denver metro area. This hands‑on role combines crew leadership with landscape installation, hardscape construction, and equipment operation. Working alongside crew members and coordinating with Production Managers and project supervisors, you will help deliver quality work safely, on schedule, and according to project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a crew, assign daily tasks, and coordinate labor, equipment, and materials with Production Managers and project supervisors.
• Install concrete walkways, curbs, and pads; construct retaining walls; and install paver patios, walkways, and other hardscape features.
• Perform excavation, grading, site preparation, base preparation, compaction, and drainage work to support proper installation.
• Install decorative rock, gravel, mulch, edging, and sod; prepare soil and assist with planting trees and shrubs as needed.
• Read landscape plans, construction drawings, and project specifications, and inspect completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Safely operate skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, loaders, and other landscape construction equipment. Inspect equipment daily and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Ensure equipment and materials are properly loaded, unloaded, transported, and secured.
• Monitor project progress, communicate site challenges and material shortages, and maintain daily records of labor, equipment use, and completed work.
• Train and mentor crew members in installation techniques, safe equipment operation, tool handling, and company standards.
• Conduct daily safety discussions, enforce safety policies and personal protective equipment requirements, maintain organized jobsites, and promptly report incidents, equipment damage, and unsafe conditions.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with concrete installation, retaining walls, paver construction, and landscape materials such as rock, mulch, and sod.
• Knowledge of grading, excavation, base preparation, compaction, and drainage.
• Proficiency operating skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, and other construction equipment, with an understanding of jobsite safety and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read landscape plans and follow construction drawings and project specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to organize daily tasks and manage crew productivity.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying Colorado weather, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, repetitive tasks, and working on uneven terrain and active construction sites.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or equipment for heavier loads, and safely operate equipment and hand tools.
• Preferred: at least three years of experience in landscape enhancements, hardscape construction, or a related field.
• Strongly preferred: previous experience leading a landscape construction or enhancements crew.
• Preferred: a valid driver's license. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.