Description

ABOUT US: Roots Landscape is your premier Greater Philadelphia landscape design/build firm. Whether you are looking to update your landscape, install a new patio, or create a backyard oasis, Roots Landscape is your solution. Our qualified landscape architects, fine gardeners, and custom masons have over twenty years of experience building everything from pools and roof structures, to outdoor kitchens and fireplaces.

POSITION SUMMARY: Roots Landscape is hiring for a Hardscape Foreman. This role is responsible for leading and supervising hardscape installation crews on residential and/or commercial landscape construction projects. This role ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and according to company quality standards. The Hardscape Foreman serves as the on-site leader and primary point of contact for crew members and management. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Background Check and a Drug & Alcohol screening. Roots adheres to the regulations of the DHS E-Verify Program. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Supervision & Leadership 

Lead, train, and supervise hardscape crew members
Delegate daily tasks and ensure efficient workflow
Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and site plans
Ensure all installations meet design specifications and quality standards
Maintain strong communication with Project Managers regarding progress and issues
Hardscape Installation

Oversee and participate in installation of:

Paver patios and walkways
Retaining walls
Outdoor kitchens and living spaces
Fire pits and fireplaces
Stone veneer and masonry features
Steps, borders, and edging
Ensure proper site preparation, grading, drainage, and base installation
Verify proper compaction and leveling procedures
Operate and supervise use of construction equipment and tools

Safety & Compliance

Enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations
Conduct daily jobsite safety checks
Ensure proper use of PPE
Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites

Equipment & Materials Management

Coordinate material deliveries and verify quantities
Monitor material usage and minimize waste
Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in proper working condition
Report maintenance or repair needs promptly
 

Customer & Team Communication

Serve as on-site contact for clients when necessary
Maintain professional appearance and communication
Address and resolve on-site challenges proactively
 

THE PERKS:

        401(k) plan with company match  

        Medical insurance  

        Dental insurance  

        Vision insurance  

        FSA/HSA  

        PerkSpot  

        Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance  

        Paid time Off  

        Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years of experience in hardscape installation
1–2 years of crew leadership or foreman experience preferred
Strong knowledge of paver systems, retaining walls, grading, and drainage
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings
Experience operating skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, and other equipment
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in various weather conditions