Lead Hand – Landscape Construction

Lead Hand – Landscape Construction   Hutten Land & Shore
Owen Sound, ON
$22–$27/hour, based on experience
Shape our rugged landscape.
You’re a skilled landscape builder.
You’re comfortable taking the lead on smaller projects.
And you know how to turn a design into reality.
As a Lead Hand – Landscape Construction, you support the Crew Leader in executing high-quality landscape construction projects while guiding daily crew performance. You combine strong technical ability with growing leadership responsibility — helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to Hutten standards.
This is hands-on, outdoor work — paired with accountability and direction on site.
What You’ll Be Responsible For   Project Execution     Assist the Crew Leader in supervising, delegating, coordinating, and executing daily work activities of a 2–3 person crew — at times independently
Support management of safety, quality, and productivity
Work safely and responsibly with strong initiative
Wear appropriate PPE at all times
Maintain cleanliness and organization of trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and yard areas
Assistant Leadership     Take ownership of smaller projects while supporting overall project leadership
Demonstrate continuous growth and personal goal achievement
Actively participate in regular team meetings
Communicate professionally and courteously with customers
Comply with all company and safety regulations
Quality Workmanship     Reading and interpreting blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications
Layout of work areas to required elevations, grades, and drainage requirements
Site calculations and material quantity take-offs
Operation of chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, and construction tools
Operation of heavy equipment including skid steer, excavator, and loader
Operation of crew truck and trailer
Completion of complex and detailed stone, wood, water, and planting installations
Short-Term Planning & Documentation     Complete required paperwork and electronic logs daily
Participate in daily planning to coordinate project goals and identify obstacles
Track estimated vs. actual job hours
What Success Looks Like     Projects completed to Hutten quality standards
Estimated vs. actual hours managed effectively
Strong on-site leadership presence
Safe, organized, productive job sites
Clear communication and customer confidence
You hold a valid Class A Restricted (AR) license or greater, or are willing and able to obtain one within 3 months of hire, and are confident operating trucks, trailers, and equipment safely and professionally
Who This Role Is Perfect For     You value the Hutten philosophy
You are a strong communicator
You are detail-oriented and organized
You can confidently guide others
You embrace deadlines and physical work
You are highly skilled in landscape construction
You can calculate grades, slopes, and complex layouts
You can read and interpret landscape designs
You are comfortable operating heavy equipment
You can use a smartphone for communication and reporting
The Seasonality   Landscape Construction operates from early spring through late fall / early winter. During slower periods, there may be opportunities to contribute to other departments depending on workload and company needs.
Why Hutten?
Strong coaching and leadership development
Open book management
Monthly team events — BBQs, family parties, breakfast updates, games, and seasonal celebrations
A high-performance, growth-focused culture
Real opportunity to develop leadership skills and advance within the company