Foreman

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Birmingham, AL, seeks a hands-on lead for luxury residential landscape construction. You will bridge design vision with field execution, guiding crews and ensuring craftsmanship on high-end installations.

This full-time, on-site role starts early and offers overtime opportunities. You will operate equipment, coordinate with designers and homeowners, and uphold safety and quality on every project.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of landscaping or landscape construction experience.
• Strong hands-on landscape construction knowledge.
• Experience operating landscape equipment.
• Ability to work independently and take direction.
• Professionalism when working around high-end residential clients.
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Willingness to learn job-site Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of residential landscape construction projects.
• Collaborate with landscape architects and designers to implement design visions.
• Provide hands-on leadership to field crews and participate in the work.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure project standards are met.
• Operate landscape construction equipment, including skid steers and mini excavators.
• Drive a truck with a trailer and assist with loading and unloading equipment.
• Maintain clean and professional job sites.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and escalate issues as needed.
• Adapt to field changes and maintain job ownership.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and craftsmanship.

Skills

Hands-on landscape construction

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Spanish learning willingness

Tools

CDL (Class A/B)

Job description

Are you ready to lead high-end residential landscape construction projects while remaining hands-on in the field?

About the Role

This role involves leading the day-to-day execution of sophisticated landscape projects, bridging the gap between design vision and field implementation. It's ideal for a skilled tradesperson who values craftsmanship and leadership in a dynamic environment. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the quality and success of luxury residential landscape installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead field execution of residential landscape construction projects.
• Collaborate with landscape architects and designers to implement design visions.
• Provide hands-on leadership to field crews and participate in the work.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and ensure project standards are met.
• Operate landscape construction equipment, including skid steers and mini excavators.
• Drive a truck with a trailer and assist with loading and unloading equipment.
• Maintain clean and professional job sites.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and escalate issues as needed.
• Adapt to field changes and maintain job ownership.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and craftsmanship.

Minimum Requirements

• 5-7 years of landscaping or landscape construction experience.
• Strong hands-on landscape construction knowledge.
• Experience operating landscape equipment.
• Ability to work independently and take direction.
• Professionalism when working around high-end residential clients.
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Willingness to learn job-site Spanish if not currently bilingual.

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL is a plus and may warrant additional compensation.

Work Environment

• Full-Time, On-Site/Field-Based position in Birmingham, AL.
• Approximately 44-46 hours per week, with overtime opportunities.
• Workday starts at 6:30 AM with safety/training meetings.
• Occasional travel may be required; company vehicles remain at the office.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, people-first recruiting experience.

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our applicant tracking system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.