Landscape Construction Foreman/Crew Chief

Overview

Town & Country Landscape is hiring an experienced Landscape Construction Foreman/Crew Chief to lead a commercial landscape installation crew and help deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can read plans, coordinate daily work, operate equipment, and keep a jobsite organized while communicating clearly with the supervisor/project manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 3–6 person commercial landscape installation crew to safely deliver projects on schedule and to company quality standards
• Read and interpret commercial landscape plans, details, and scope; plan daily work, sequencing, and labor/equipment needs
• Layout and verify grades, elevations, and material quantities; ensure installs match plan specs and site conditions
• Coordinate and perform commercial landscape install work including:
• Hardscape (pavers, block/segmental walls, concrete prep/finishing coordination as needed)
• Site demo/cleanup and rough grading
• Soil prep, planting, staking/tie-downs, and turf/sod installation
• Irrigation mainline/lateral installs, valve manifolds, sleeves, and smart controller setup (as applicable)
• Operate and/or direct operation of equipment (skid steer, mini-excavator, forklifts/telehandler, lifts, etc.) and ensure safe use and daily inspections
• Maintain jobsite organization, protection of client property, traffic/pedestrian safety controls, and clean closeout each day
• Communicate daily production updates, issues, and change conditions to the supervisor/project manager; document photos and notes as needed
• Verify materials delivered match order; stage materials, manage inventory, and coordinate with vendors/suppliers when needed
• Train new crew members on install standards, safety, and equipment operation; coach crew performance and productivity
• Identify problems early (utilities, access, conflicts, soil/drainage issues) and propose solutions that keep the project moving
• Support seasonal snow operations as needed

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in landscape construction
• High attention to detail and desire to improve customer properties
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and use critical thinking to adapt to sudden changes
• Experience operating hand and power tools
• Knowledge/experience with heavy equipment such as skid steer, excavators, lifts, telehandler, etc.
• Must understand commercial landscape plan sets (other trade knowledge for reading plans is a plus)
• Proper shrub and tree installation knowledge, including staking and tie-downs
• Knowledge in commercial irrigation installations and smart controller setup (2-wire systems experience is required)
• Plant ID knowledge of basic Northern Nevada desert plants is a plus
• Ability to drive manual transmission
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs, and stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Able to work in multiple weather conditions (snow, rain, etc.); early/late hours as required (sometimes overtime)
• Must be available full-time (6 AM - 3 PM, Monday - Friday) and for seasonal snow work as required
• Reliable transportation to the yard/shop (9800 N. Virginia St, Reno, NV 89506) by 6 AM
• Ability to use a smartphone or tablet (training available)
• Bilingual in English & Spanish

About Our Company:

Town & Country Landscape is a commercial-focused landscape maintenance business serving the Reno area, family-owned and operated for 35 years. We pride ourselves on high-quality work and having a deep understanding of how to be of service to our customers.

We’re looking for people to join our team who are excited to develop their skills and grow with the company.

Pay: $25.83 - $31.11 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• 2-wire systems: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• both English and Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person