Landscape & Garden Installation Crew Leader

Nargi Landscaping; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

Nargi Landscaping in Hyde Park, NY seeks an experienced Softscape / Plant Install Crew Leader to guide planting projects across the Hudson Valley. You’ll read plans, lay out materials, supervise installs, and ensure quality while coordinating crews and resources.

We value hands-on craftsmanship, safety, and reliable leadership. This role offers year-round work with potential for advancement and a path to contribute to beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients.

Qualifications

• Landscape installation experience required.
• Previous crew leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of plant identification and planting practices.
• Ability to read landscape plans and layouts.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to operate landscape equipment and trucks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, planting plans, and design layouts.
• Layout plant material accurately according to plans.
• Lead installation of trees, shrubs, perennials, and other landscape materials.
• Ensure proper planting depth, root flare exposure, soil preparation, staking, and watering practices.
• Perform client walkthroughs when needed.
• Coordinate materials, deliveries, trucking, and disposal.
• Ensure all required tools and equipment are available on site.
• Protect existing lawns, driveways, and landscape features.
• Utilize turf protection and damage prevention measures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Verify plant spacing, grades, and installation quality throughout the project.
• Conduct daily quality inspections.
• Complete punch-list items before project completion.
• Take closeout photos and document completed work.
• Provide post-install care instructions when applicable.
• Morning review of project plans and daily goals.
• Confirm plant quantities and layout prior to installation.
• Monitor crew productivity and workmanship throughout the day.
• Complete end-of-day cleanup and site restoration.
• Submit project notes, photos, and follow-up items.

Skills

Leadership

Plant identification

Read landscape plans

Communication & organization

Lift 50+ pounds

Valid driver's license

Operate landscape equipment

Outdoor work in various weather

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Parental leave
• Training & development

Softscape / Plant Install Crew Leader – Nargi Landscaping – Hyde Park, NY

Nargi Landscaping is seeking an experienced Softscape / Plant Install Crew Leader to lead landscape planting projects throughout the Hudson Valley. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in quality craftsmanship, enjoys working outdoors, and can lead a crew while delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Position Summary

The Softscape / Plant Install Crew Leader is responsible for managing and executing landscape planting projects from start to finish. This includes reading plans, laying out plant material, overseeing installation quality, coordinating materials and equipment, and ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget.

Our goal is simple: deliver clean, profitable installations that match the sold scope and thrive for years to come.

Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Read and interpret work orders, planting plans, and design layouts
• Layout plant material accurately according to plans
• Lead installation of trees, shrubs, perennials, and other landscape materials
• Ensure proper planting depth, root flare exposure, soil preparation, staking, and watering practices
• Perform client walkthroughs when needed

Jobsite Management

• Coordinate materials, deliveries, trucking, and disposal
• Ensure all required tools and equipment are available on site
• Protect existing lawns, driveways, and landscape features
• Utilize turf protection and damage prevention measures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Quality Control

• Verify plant spacing, grades, and installation quality throughout the project
• Conduct daily quality inspections
• Complete punch-list items before project completion
• Take closeout photos and document completed work
• Provide post-install care instructions when applicable

Daily Responsibilities

• Morning review of project plans and daily goals
• Confirm plant quantities and layout prior to installation
• Monitor crew productivity and workmanship throughout the dayComplete end-of-day cleanup and site restoration
• Submit project notes, photos, and follow-up items

Qualifications

• Landscape installation experience required
• Previous crew leadership experience preferred
• Knowledge of plant identification and planting practices
• Ability to read landscape plans and layouts
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to operate landscape equipment and trucks preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Year-round employment opportunities for qualified candidates
• 401k Match

About Nargi Landscaping

Nargi Landscaping provides high-end landscape maintenance, garden care, plant health care, and landscape installation services throughout Dutchess County and the Hudson Valley. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, professional workmanship, and creating beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients.