Hardscape Foreman

Seeking a Hardscape Foreman to join the residential design-build team in Hartford County, CT. This hands-on leader will supervise a 2-3 person crew and take ownership of custom patios, retaining walls, fire pits, and related hardscape projects from excavation and grading through final installation.

What You'll Do as the Hardscape Foreman:

• Lead and work alongside a 2-3 person hardscape installation crew.
• Manage residential projects from layout and excavation through final cleanup.
• Install patios, walkways, retaining walls, fire pits, and other custom outdoor features.
• Establish proper elevations and grades, excavate project areas, and build stable base systems.
• Review project plans and coordinate daily priorities with the sales and design teams.
• Help determine material needs and coordinate orders and deliveries.
• Maintain quality, productivity, safety, and organization throughout each project.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and internal team members.
• Train and support crew members while keeping projects moving on schedule.

Must-Haves as the Hardscape Foreman:

• At least 5 years of hardscape, landscape construction, masonry, or closely related installation experience.
• Experience independently completing patio or paver projects from start to finish.
• Demonstrated crew leadership or foreman experience.
• Strong knowledge of excavation, elevations, grading, base preparation, compaction, and hardscape materials.
• Ability to identify the correct tools, equipment, and materials for each phase of a project.
• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Photos or a portfolio showing completed hardscape projects.
• Ability to perform hands-on outdoor construction work in changing weather conditions.
• Reliable attendance, professional communication, and strong attention to detail.

Nice-to-Haves as the Hardscape Foreman:

• Spanish-English bilingual communication skills.
• Experience building retaining walls, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, steps, and natural stone features.
• Experience coordinating material orders and deliveries.
• Experience working directly with residential customers, designers, or sales teams.
• Snow removal or winter operations experience.

Offers:

• $30-$45 per hour, based on experience and demonstrated skill.
• Full-time, year-round employment with winter snow work available.
• The option to take a seasonal winter layoff, when preferred.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Employer contribution covering 50% of health insurance costs.
• Two weeks of combined paid vacation and holiday time to start, with flexibility based on experience.
• Independent crews with the tools and support needed to manage their work successfully.
• Advancement opportunities into higher-level field leadership and supervisory positions.
• A welcoming, family-oriented workplace with a large bilingual employee community.