Landscape Residential Construction Crew Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Landscape Construction Crew Leader – Residential Projects

Russo Landscapes | Full-Time | Leadership Role

Are you an experienced landscape construction professional who takes pride in building things the right way?
Do you enjoy running equipment, leading a crew, and seeing a project come together from start to finish?

Russo Landscapes is looking for a skilled Landscape Construction Crew Leader to run residential landscape projects. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows construction, works hard, and wants to be part of a team that cares about quality, efficiency, and doing things right the first time.

We build high-end residential landscapes, including retaining walls, patios, drainage, planting, outdoor living spaces, and full property transformations. You will lead a small crew, operate equipment, manage daily production, and be trusted to get the job done at a high level.

If you are the kind of person who likes responsibility, takes ownership of your work, and wants to grow with a strong company, this is the opportunity for you.

Required Skills & Experience

• Must be experienced and capable in residential landscape construction
• Rough & finish grading with skid steer, excavator, and mini skid 
• Drainage & irrigation installation
• Retaining walls (modular block, natural stone) 
• Paver, flagstone, and concrete patio/walkway installation 
• Sod, trees, shrubs, and plant installation 
• Landscape lighting installation 
• Safe operation of truck, trailer, and construction equipment 
• Ability to read plans and follow layout 
• Valid driver's license in good standing 
• Proficient in English

Preferred Experience (Not Required but a Plus)

• Using transit/laser level for layout & grading 
• Masonry, brick, or stacked stone work 
• Pergolas, fencing, outdoor kitchens, carpentry 
• Water features 
• Basic equipment maintenance & repair 
• Proficient in Spanish

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Strong work ethic — shows up ready to work every day 
• Leads by example, not from the truck 
• Takes pride in clean, professional work 
• Communicates clearly with crew, management, and clients 
• Keeps projects moving and stays organized 
• Holds teammates accountable while treating them with respect 
• Positive attitude, even when the work is tough 
• Pays attention to details others miss 
• Willing to train and develop crew members 
• Wants to grow, improve, and build a career 

At Russo Landscapes, crew leaders are trusted to run their jobs, not micromanaged.

Pay & Benefits

• $65,000 – $85,000 per year (based on experience & performance) 

Benefits include:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance 
• 401 (k) retirement plan with 4% employer match 
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick pay 

Schedule:

• Manage a crew of 2–4 people 
• Monday–Friday work schedule 
• Start at 7:00 AM 
• Typical finish 5:00–6:30 PM

About Russo Landscapes

Russo Landscapes is a growing residential landscape company focused on quality work, strong teamwork, and doing what we say we will do. We believe in hard work, respect, accountability, and taking care of our people. If you want to work somewhere your skill matters, your leadership matters, and your effort is noticed, apply today!