Landscape Construction Foreman

Rooted Landscape is a family-owned and operated company serving Johnson County and the Kansas City metro area for more than 30 years. We specialize in landscape maintenance, design/build landscaping, irrigation, pool construction, lawn care, and tree and shrub care. Our team is committed to excellence, building trust, serving others, and creating outdoor spaces that enhance the lives of our clients.

As a faith-based company, we strive to honor God through our work, relationships, and stewardship. We believe in treating employees, customers, and vendors with integrity, respect, and care while fostering a culture where people can grow personally and professionally.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Landscape Construction Crew Leader to lead installation crews and deliver exceptional outdoor living projects throughout the Kansas City metro.

The Landscape Construction Crew Leader is responsible for leading a crew in the installation of high-quality residential and commercial landscape projects. This position oversees daily production, job site safety, quality control, crew development, and customer communication while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to Rooted Landscape's standards.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who takes pride in craftsmanship, develops others, solves problems, and leads by example.

• Lead, coach, and develop a landscape construction crew.
• Set daily goals and assign responsibilities to maximize efficiency.
• Train team members on proper installation techniques, safety procedures, and company standards.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
• Conduct daily safety and equipment inspections.
• Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic.

• Install patios, retaining walls, walkways, landscape plantings, drainage systems, grading, sod, mulch, landscape lighting, and other outdoor living features.
• Assist with the installation of outdoor kitchens, fire features, pergolas, water features, and pool-related landscape improvements.
• Read and interpret landscape plans, construction drawings, and site layouts.
• Ensure all installations meet Rooted Landscape's quality standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Operate skid steers, mini excavators, compact equipment, and other construction machinery safely and efficiently.

• Coordinate daily production activities to keep projects on schedule.
• Monitor labor hours, material usage, and production efficiency.
• Identify potential challenges and communicate solutions proactively.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Complete daily job reports and communicate project progress to the Design/Build Sales & Project Manager.

• Serve as the on-site leader and represent Rooted Landscape professionally.
• Communicate with clients regarding project progress and expectations.
• Address questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure customers receive an exceptional experience from start to finish.

• Maintain company trucks, trailers, tools, and equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Ensure materials are used efficiently and minimize waste.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA guidelines.

• 3+ years of landscape construction experience.
• Previous crew leadership experience preferred.
• Experience installing paver patios, retaining walls, drainage systems, plantings, grading, and outdoor living features.
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators, and compact equipment.
• Ability to read landscape plans and construction drawings.
• CDL is a plus.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• Projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Installation quality consistently exceeds…