Markstone Landscaping is a full-service, year-round landscaping company specializing in construction, maintenance, and snow operations across the GTA. With a reputation for quality and reliability, we take pride in building and maintaining outdoor spaces for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Our commitment to safety, efficiency, and professional standards makes us a leader in the industry.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Working Supervisor leads a landscape construction crew while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day work. This role is ideal for an experienced tradesperson who can direct a team, manage a job site, and still roll up their sleeves alongside the crew. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership skills with solid construction experience and is comfortable balancing hands-on work with crew oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Crew Leadership & Site Management
- Lead and work alongside a landscape construction crew on a daily basis
- Assign and prioritize daily tasks, ensuring efficient and accurate execution
- Actively participate in construction work alongside the crew, not just direct from the sidelines
- Train, mentor, and support the development of crew members
Construction & Quality Control
- Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, and grading/hardscape drawings
- Execute and oversee landscape construction work including hardscaping, grading, planting, and related site work
- Ensure work meets Markstone's quality standards and client specifications
- Identify and resolve on-site issues, escalating to the Operations Manager as needed
Scheduling & Materials
- Coordinate daily crew schedules and job sequencing on-site
- Track material and equipment needs and communicate shortages proactively
- Ensure equipment and tools are used, maintained, and stored properly
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure crew compliance with site safety requirements
- Conduct or support daily safety talks/toolbox meetings
- Report incidents, hazards, or safety concerns promptly
Communication & Reporting
- Communicate job progress, delays, and site conditions to the Operations Manager
- Liaise professionally with clients or site contacts as needed
- Complete daily job site documentation as required
Qualifications
- 4+ years' experience in landscape construction, with prior experience leading or supervising a crew
- Strong knowledge of hardscaping, grading, planting, and general site construction practices
- Ability to read and interpret site plans and drawings
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to operate heavy/light equipment
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working outdoors and staying hands-on in physically demanding tasks
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $75,000–$80,000, based on experience
- Company car and cell phone provided
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a fast-growing company
- Supportive, team-oriented workplace environment
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person – Burlington, ON
