Garden Maintenance Foreman

McDugald Steele; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McDugald Steele in Houston, TX is seeking a Garden Maintenance Foreman to lead field crews and oversee daily maintenance operations across high-end residential landscape projects. The role emphasizes plant health, detail, and consistent quality aligned with the firm’s standards.

The Foreman will supervise planting, pruning, and seasonal care, coordinate schedules, and ensure safety and organization on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscape maintenance, horticulture, or garden management.
• Proven ability to lead crews and manage field operations.
• Strong knowledge of plant care, pruning, and seasonal maintenance practices.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and directing landscape maintenance crews on-site.
• Ensuring quality control across all aspects of garden maintenance.
• Overseeing planting, pruning, fertilization, and seasonal care.
• Coordinating daily schedules, materials, and equipment needs.
• Monitoring plant health and identifying issues related to pests, disease, or environmental stress.
• Communicating with project managers and supporting team coordination.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe job site.

Skills

Crew leadership

Landscape maintenance

Horticulture knowledge

Pruning

Plant health

Job description

## Garden Maintenance ForemanThe Garden Management Foreman plays a key role in overseeing the care and long-term stewardship of high-end residential landscapes. This position is responsible for leading field crew teams, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring that each project reflects the level of precision and attention to detail that defines McDugald Steele. The following outlines the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for the role.VIEW JOB LISTING**Q: What does a Garden Management Foreman do at McDugald Steele?**The Landscape Maintenance Foreman is responsible for leading field crews and managing daily maintenance operations across residential landscape projects in Houston. This role ensures that all work is completed to the firm’s standards, with a focus on plant health, detail, and consistency.**Q: What are the key responsibilities of this role?**Responsibilities include:* Supervising and directing landscape maintenance crews on-site* Ensuring quality control across all aspects of garden maintenance* Overseeing planting, pruning, fertilization, and seasonal care* Coordinating daily schedules, materials, and equipment needs* Monitoring plant health and identifying issues related to pests, disease, or environmental stress* Communicating with project managers and supporting team coordination* Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe job site**Q: What qualifications are required for this position?**Candidates should have:* Experience in landscape maintenance, horticulture, or garden management* Proven ability to lead crews and manage field operations* Strong knowledge of plant care, pruning, and seasonal maintenance practices* A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record* Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work**Q: Where is this job located?**This position is based in Houston, Texas, with work performed on-site across residential landscape projects.**Q: What type of projects will I be working on?**You will oversee the maintenance of high-end residential landscapes, supporting the long-term care and presentation of gardens designed, built, and maintained by McDugald Steele.**Q: What is the work environment like?**This is an outdoor, field-based role requiring physical activity, team leadership, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions while maintaining a high level of organization and safety.**Q: Why work at McDugald Steele?**McDugald Steele is a Houston-based firm specializing in landscape architecture, construction, and garden management. The firm is known for its commitment to craftsmanship, long-term stewardship, and the care of residential landscapes. Team members are part of a collaborative environment where quality and attention to detail are essential.**Q: How do I apply for this position?**Interested candidates should call our phone application line at 415.881.1466 (Spanish) or 415.997.5302 (English). You can apply anytime, 24 hours a day! You can apply online via the link below.APPLY NOW