Landscape Crew Lead

Gonzo Bros Landscape LLC; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gonzo Bros Landscape LLC in Minnesota is seeking a skilled Landscape Crew Lead to oversee and manage landscaping projects from start to finish. You will lead a team of landscapers, plan and execute projects according to design plans, manage materials, equipment, and manpower, and ensure work is completed on time and within budget.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication with clients, safety compliance, and the ability to read landscape drawings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Landscape Foreman or similar role in the landscaping industry.
• Strong knowledge of landscaping techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret landscaping plans and drawings.
• Proficiency in using landscaping tools and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute landscaping projects according to design plans and specifications.
• Manage resources, including materials, equipment, and manpower, to ensure efficient project completion.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of landscaping crew members.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members.
• Ensure that all work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Opportunities for overtime during peak seasons.
• Communicate with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
• Address client concerns and questions in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that all landscaping work meets high-quality standards.
• Conduct inspections of completed work to verify conformance to specifications.
• Identify and resolve any issues or deficiencies promptly.
• Keep accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage.
• Prepare reports on project status, including progress and costs.
• Assist in estimating costs for new projects and preparing bids.

Skills

Leadership and supervisory skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Project planning and management

Reading and interpreting landscape pl

Proficiency with landscaping tools and

Valid driver’s license

Education

Landscape Design or Horticulture certification/degree

Job description

Job Description

Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Landscape Crew Lead to oversee and manage landscaping projects from start to finish. The Landscape Crew Lead will be responsible for leading a team of landscapers, ensuring that all work is completed efficiently, on time, and within budget. This role requires a strong understanding of landscaping techniques, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients.

Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:
   • Plan and execute landscaping projects according to design plans and specifications.
   • Manage resources, including materials, equipment, and manpower, to ensure efficient project completion.
   • Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
2. Team Leadership:
   • Supervise and coordinate the activities of landscaping crew members.
   • Provide on-the-job training and guidance to team members.
   • Ensure that all work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
   • Opportunities for overtime during peak seasons.
3. Client Interaction:
   • Communicate with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
   • Address client concerns and questions in a professional and courteous manner.
   • Maintain positive relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
4. Quality Assurance:
   • Ensure that all landscaping work meets high-quality standards.
   • Conduct inspections of completed work to verify conformance to specifications.
   • Identify and resolve any issues or deficiencies promptly.
5. Administrative Tasks:
   • Keep accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage.
   • Prepare reports on project status, including progress and costs.
   • Assist in estimating costs for new projects and preparing bids.

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
• May involve bending, stooping, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Prolonged standing and walking on uneven terrain may be required.

Company Culture:

• We foster a team-oriented environment where hard work is valued and rewarded.
• Safety and professionalism are core values in our daily operations.
• We prioritize customer satisfaction and strive to exceed client expectations with every job.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Landscape Foreman or similar role in the landscaping industry.
• Strong knowledge of landscaping techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret landscaping plans and drawings.
• Proficiency in using landscaping tools and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or degree in Landscape Design, Horticulture, or related field.
• Previous experience in estimating costs and preparing bids.
• Knowledge of local landscaping regulations and environmental guidelines.

Company Description

Gonzo Bros Landscape is a company that leads the industry with our strong integrity, positivity, passion and customer happiness. There is a lot of room for individual growth and development if the candidate desires. We pride ourselves on our positive culture.

Company Description

Gonzo Bros Landscape is a company that leads the industry with our strong integrity, positivity, passion and customer happiness. There is a lot of room for individual growth and development if the candidate desires. We pride ourselves on our positive culture.