Landscape Residential Construction Crew Leader

Russo Landscapes; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Job summary

A leading residential landscape company based in Kennesaw, Georgia is seeking a Landscape Construction Crew Leader. The successful candidate will manage a team, operate construction equipment, and oversee high-end residential projects. Responsibilities include guiding work quality and ensuring project deadlines are met. A strong work ethic, experience in landscape construction, and leadership skills are essential. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Must be experienced in residential landscape construction.
• Experience with equipment like skid steer and excavator.
• Ability to read plans and has a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small crew on residential landscape projects.
• Manage daily production and ensure quality work.
• Operate equipment and oversee project completion.

Skills

Residential landscape construction experience

Rough & finish grading

Drainage & irrigation installation

Retaining walls installation

Paver, flagstone, concrete installation

Plant installation

Landscape lighting installation

Safe operation of construction equipment

Reading plans and following layout

Valid driver's license

Proficient in English

Job description

Landscape Construction Crew Leader – Residential Projects

Russo Landscapes | Full-Time | Leadership Role

Are you an experienced landscape construction professional who takes pride in building things the right way? Do you enjoy running equipment, leading a crew, and seeing a project come together from start to finish?

Russo Landscapes is looking for a skilled Landscape Construction Crew Leader to run residential landscape projects. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who knows construction, works hard, and wants to be part of a team that cares about quality, efficiency, and doing things right the first time.

We build high‑end residential landscapes, including retaining walls, patios, drainage, planting, outdoor living spaces, and full property transformations. You will lead a small crew, operate equipment, manage daily production, and be trusted to get the job done at a high level.

If you are the kind of person who likes responsibility, takes ownership of your work, and wants to grow with a strong company, this is the opportunity for you.

Required Skills & Experience

• Must be experienced and capable in residential landscape construction
• Rough & finish grading with skid steer, excavator, and mini skid
• Drainage & irrigation installation
• Retaining walls (modular block, natural stone)
• Paver, flagstone, and concrete patio/walkway installation
• Sod, trees, shrubs, and plant installation
• Landscape lighting installation
• Safe operation of truck, trailer, and construction equipment
• Ability to read plans and follow layout
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Proficient in English

Preferred Experience (Not Required but a Plus)

• Using transit/laser level for layout & grading
• Masonry, brick, or stacked stone work
• Pergolas, fencing, outdoor kitchens, carpentry
• Water features
• Basic equipment maintenance & repair
• Proficient in Spanish

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Strong work ethic — shows up ready to work every day
• Leads by example, not from the truck
• Takes pride in clean, professional work
• Communicates clearly with crew, management, and clients
• Keeps projects moving and stays organized
• Holds teammates accountable while treating them with respect
• Positive attitude, even when the work is tough
• Pays attention to details others miss
• Willing to train and develop crew members
• Wants to grow, improve, and build a career

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick pay

Pay & Benefits

• $65,000 – $85,000 per year (based on experience & performance)

Schedule

• Manage a crew of 2–4 people
• Monday–Friday work schedule
• Start at 7:00 AM
• Typical finish 5:00–6:30 PM

About Russo Landscapes

Russo Landscapes is a growing residential landscape company focused on quality work, strong teamwork, and doing what we say we will do. We believe in hard work, respect, accountability, and taking care of our people. If you want to work somewhere your skill matters, your leadership matters, and your effort is noticed, apply today!