Crew Leader - Landscape Construction

Landscape Construction & Installation Crew Leader Position Summary

The Landscape Construction & Installation Crew Leader supervises a field crew delivering high-quality commercial installation projects—plantings, turf, bed prep, and site clean-ups—while enforcing safety protocols, meeting daily production targets, and protecting client relationships. This role combines hands-on work with day-to-day planning, training, and jobsite coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Crew Leadership & Training

Supervise and train installation crews on all aspects of landscape installation with a constant focus on safety and quality.

Conduct tailgate talks and participate in crew/department safety meetings; reinforce SOPs and PPE use.

Installation Execution

Install plant material, trees, shrubs, annuals/perennials, and lawns (sod/seed).

Perform digging, planting, grading, raking, watering, mulching, edging, and site clean-up to spec.

Equipment & Materials

Load/unload heavy equipment and plant materials; verify counts and quality upon delivery.

Plan, coordinate, and collect tools, equipment, and materials daily; ensure proper storage and maintenance.

Safely operate and maintain

Skid steer loaders, mini track loaders, and mini excavators

Tillers, chain saws, backpack sprayers and blowers

Hand tools (shovels, picks, rakes)

Occasionally: aerators, slit seeders, edgers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers

Scheduling & Administration

Schedule and monitor daily workloads; adjust plans for weather, site conditions, and change orders.

Complete accurate timesheets, delivery tickets, equipment logs, and daily paperwork.

Driving & Logistics

Safely drive company vehicles (with/without trailers) and transport crew between the shop and job sites.

Client & Site Relations

Maintain professional on-site communication with clients, GCs, contractors, and subcontractors; escalate issues promptly.

Cross-Functional Support

Assist other divisions as needed.

Support snow/ice operations during winter months (as assigned).

Qualifications

2+ years in landscape construction/installation, with 1+ year leading a crew preferred.

Proficiency in reading blueprints, production plans/layouts, and following the scope/specs accordingly.

Strong safety mindset and working knowledge of jobsite risk controls.

Competent operation of small/mid-size landscape equipment listed above.

Valid driver’s license and insurable MVR; trailer experience preferred.

Reliable, punctual, able to manage changing priorities and coach a diverse crew.

Basic administrative skills using BOSS LM (timesheets, schedules, job tickets, delivery tickets, checklists).

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Physical & Work Conditions

Ability to lift/push/pull 50+ lbs routinely; frequent standing, bending, stooping, and manual digging.

Outdoor work in varied weather (heat, cold, rain); exposure to pollen, dust, insects, and typical landscape hazards.

Early start times, overtime, and occasional Saturdays based on project demand and seasonality; winter on-call for snow as assigned.

Performance Metrics

Jobsite safety (zero incidents), quality to spec, on-time completion, labor efficiency, equipment care, paperwork accuracy, and client satisfaction.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary pay rate with PTO and observed holiday pay.

Company benefits package (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plan) and company-provided PPE.

Training, certifications, and advancement opportunities tied to performance.

Required Skills

Skills & Requirements

Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis, including handling large root balls.

Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis.

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, and other environmental risks.

Must wear work boots and Bland Landscaping uniforms or T-shirts, and present yourself in a clean, polite manner.

Must practice safety with chemicals and equipment.

Must wear company-provided eye and ear protection as required.

Must have a valid NC Driver’s License and maintain a good driving record (CDL preferred).

Must be willing to obtain an NC Pesticide Applicator’s License.

Must have good communication skills and the ability to motivate others.

Must be able to pass a background check.

Must submit to an MVR check and maintain a safe driving record

Must comply with Bland’s policies and procedures.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person