Hardscape Foreman

Trueline

Hardscape Foreman

Newington, CT
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.