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Landscape Construction Foreman

@ Express Employment Professionals

Halifax, Nova Scotia

$65k–$75k/yrFull-timeContract3+ years experience
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Overview

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting on behalf of a client for a full-time, permanent Landscape Construction Foreman to lead a crew on residential and commercial hardscape projects. The role covers site supervision, crew training, materials coordination and winter snow and ice removal. The posting states a salary of $65,000 to $75,000 per year and a Monday to Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional Saturday and extended shifts.

Pay:

$65,000–$75,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and lead a landscape construction crew on residential and commercial projects
  • Install and oversee retaining walls, pavers, patios, decks and hardscape work
  • Lead a winter crew for snow and ice removal
  • Monitor project progress and keep work on schedule

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 3 years as crew leader or foreman in landscape construction
  • Minimum 3 years supervising a landscape construction crew
  • Hands-on hardscaping experience
  • Ability to read design plans
  • Skid steer or loader experience
  • Valid driver's licence with clean driving abstract

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Employer posting date
2026-10-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-10-29

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience3+ years
Management experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40
Scheduleday, evening
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, Construction site, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record

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Express Employment Professionals

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Full company description

Founded in 1983 and corporately headquartered in Oklahoma City, Express Employment International supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Express International boasts a team of more than 500 professionals in Oklahoma City, and a network of sales and support teams internationally. Express Employment Professionals, our flagship franchise, has more than 870 franchise locations and began franchising in 1985 to deliver staffing support and human resource services through a network of franchise office owners. Express helps people find good jobs and companies find good people, and offers a full range of employment solutions, including evaluation hire, temporary staffing, professional search, and human resources for businesses around the globe. Focusing on a wide range of positions, Express' long-term goal is to put a million people to work annually.

LinkedIn followers
189,455
People associated on LinkedIn
14,384
Reported office locations
  • 9701 Boardwalk Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73162, US
Other recorded names
  • Express Employment International Headquarters
  • Express Employment International
Specialties
  • professional
  • administrative
  • commercial
  • employment
  • jobs
  • staffing
  • personnel
  • career
  • hiring
  • workforce
  • placement
  • temporary
  • human resources
  • skilled trades
  • direct hire
  • light industrial
  • and office services
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Yes

Founded in 1983 and corporately headquartered in Oklahoma City, Express Employment International supports the Express Employment Professionals franchise and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with franchise locations across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Express International boasts a team of more than 500 professionals in…

FieldValue
IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersOklahoma City, OK
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1983
Specialtiesprofessionaladministrativecommercialemploymentjobsstaffingpersonnelcareerhiringworkforce
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Job description

Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and reliable Landscape Construction Foreman to join their team. This is a great opportunity for a skilled landscape construction professional with strong leadership abilities and hands-on experience in hardscape projects.

Salary: $65,000–$75,000 per year, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional Saturday shifts and occasional extended days until 7:00 PM

About the Role

The successful candidate will lead and supervise a landscape construction crew while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and to a high standard of quality.

We are looking for someone who is experienced in landscape construction and hardscaping, with the ability to lead a crew, work directly with customers and other trades, and take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of job sites.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and lead a landscape construction crew on residential and commercial projects.

Mentor and train new employees while promoting a safety-conscious work environment.

Prepare job sites and coordinate the delivery and access of required materials.

Monitor project progress and ensure work is completed within required timelines.

Install and oversee the installation of retaining walls, pavers, patios, decks, and other hardscape projects.

Read and interpret landscape design plans and ensure they are properly implemented.

Communicate professionally with customers, employees, subcontractors, and other trades.

Maintain high standards of workmanship, professionalism, and customer service.

Ensure all work sites comply with company and government health and safety regulations.

Ensure crew members follow safety procedures and use appropriate PPE.

Lead a winter operations crew responsible for snow and ice removal.

Operate or oversee the operation of a 1/2-ton truck, skid steer, or loader for snow removal operations as required.

Manage time effectively and ensure projects meet customer and quality expectations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum3 years of experience as a Crew Leader or Foreman in landscape construction.

Minimum 3 years of experience supervising a landscape construction crew.

Strong hands-on experience with landscape construction and hardscaping.

Experience installing retaining walls, pavers, patios, decks, and similar projects.

Ability to read and interpret design plans.

Previous experience operating a skid steer or loader.

Experience with snow and ice removal operations is an asset.

Valid driver's license with a clean driving abstract.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Proven ability to complete projects on time and to customer quality standards.

Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Professional, reliable, and courteous approach when working with customers and team members.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express Employment Professionals is assisting our client in finding a qualified candidate who is a strong fit for the position. We work closely with both candidates and employers throughout the hiring process to help ensure the right match.

If you have strong landscape construction experience and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you!

Apply today through Express Employment Professionals.

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