Landscape Foreman (Des Moines, IA)

Weller Brothers Landscaping; Iowa; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking a dedicated Landscape Foreman to lead diverse outdoor projects. This role involves overseeing a team, ensuring efficient workflow, and delivering exceptional client service. You'll coordinate material deliveries, manage subcontractors, and set daily goals for your crew. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and experience in softscape and hardscape installations, this is your chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Join a company that prioritizes its people and offers ample opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match Up to 4%

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Company Truck

Year Round Employment

Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in landscaping or related field required.
• Strong communication and management skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee landscape projects and manage team schedules.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain job site cleanliness.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Superior work ethic

Detail oriented

Experience installing softscapes

Experience installing hardscapes

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

High school diploma/GED

Minimum of one-year experience in industry

Valid driver's license

Tools

LMN software

Outdoor landscape and power equipment

Hand tools

Job description

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

We believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest. We care for our people, which goes beyond boasting “competitive wages and team culture” (although, we certainly provide those things, too!)

Whether you’re a new high school grad looking for a career in the construction industry, a landscape architect with years of experience, or — like some of our employees — an adult seeking a totally new career path, we believe that you can be somebody here.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Landscape Foreman is to oversee designated landscape projects. Coordinate and manage team members along with their schedules. This position will perform a variety of outdoor landscape project installations that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property. Many of the projects include softscape and hardscape installation, including pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens. All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A landscape foreman will perform and ensure all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

1. Place orders for materials needed for projects. Make sure material deliveries are set to arrive as they are needed on the jobsite. For any special order materials, make sure that you have scheduled delivery on a timeline that allows the crew to continue a consistent pace of work.
2. Contact and line up subcontractors for projects. Ensure subcontractors are scheduled to start and finish their portion of the work in sequence with what Weller Brothers is doing on that jobsite to maximize efficiency.
3. Take time to review all plans with team members making sure they are aware of what their assignments are if you are going to be absent from a jobsite.
4. Set daily and weekly goals for all team members on the jobsite.
5. Oversee a crew of 2-3 team members, making sure they are on track and being productive.
6. Responsible for maintaining clean job sites. Record End-of-Day Checklist each day.
7. Maintain a strong work ethic to complete a variety of physical job tasks.
8. Professionally communicate with clients to achieve strong client/company relationships.
9. Operate a variety of outdoor landscape and power equipment, as well as a variety of hand tools.
10. Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction; this may include weekends and/or holidays.
11. Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
12. Willingness to learn new techniques and installation practices.
13. Assist in maintaining all company equipment.
14. Follow all policies as specified in the Team Member Handbook.
15. Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
16. Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

1. Strong communication skills.
2. Superior work ethic.
3. Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
4. Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
5. Ability to manage multiple tasks.
6. Strong attention to detail.
7. Experience installing softscapes, such as edging, mulch, rock, plants, trees and sod.
8. Experience installing hardscapes, such as pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum of one-year experience in industry or related field.
2. Must be 16 years or older.
3. High school diploma/GED.
4. Valid driver's license and a clean driving record is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Team members must be able to perform the following tasks during a typical 8+hour day.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and general needs of the business.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

1. Health Insurance
2. Dental Insurance
3. Vision Insurance
4. Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
5. 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
6. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
7. Cell Phone Reimbursement
8. Company Truck
9. Year Round Employment
10. Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season
11. Relocation Assistance if Applicable