The main role of a Foreman is to give direction and communicate back and forth with the team on daily tasks and project goals.  They will also play a key role in the supervision of the development and training of Labourers, Junior Installers, and Lead Hands.  The Foreman will directly supervise projects and direct team members regularly to discuss the completion and progress of projects as well as their profitability, efficiency and any notable challenges or notes.

Job Qualifications:  What you must have to qualify for the position

• Know all the skills and tasks of a Landscape Lead Hand

Job Training Program:

• Review and read project blueprints
• Setting up a daily plan for a jobsite
• Order Materials and Plan Deliveries
• Hours Reporting
• Ensuring hours are reported correctly on WorkDo (job site transitions)
• Logging Hours onto the Job Activity Sheet
• Job Material tracking
  • Ensure loads in and out are accurately recorded on the Materials In/Out sheet
    • Turn in all receipts regularly to the Administrator
  • Discuss and execute change orders as necessary with clients and project field supervisor.
  • Ensure machine and tool maintenance is completed regularly.
  • Run morning and afternoon strategic and safety staff meetings.
  • Delegate tasks and ensure a smooth and efficient flow of work.
  • Quality control – ensure that the quality of the work performed by yourself as well as all other employees on site meets the company standards set by the company owner.
  • Fill out daily sheets and forms required by the company owner.
  • Communicate with the client and the employees politely and with respect.
  • Do your best to find solutions for any problem that may arise on the jobsite.
  • Be in charge of reminding everyone on the jobsite of their safety responsibilities.
  • Site Cleanliness and organization.