General Job Title: Landscape/Hardscape ForemanOriginal Date: February 2024Department: Absolute GroupRevised Date: Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:
A landscape/hardscape foreman will have a basic understanding of agricultural labor to include retaining walls, patio blocks/pavers, grading, seeding, planting trees, and other landscaping duties at a number of job sites. Daily responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, training and directing crew members, ensuring appropriate use of equipment, communicating progress on the project, maintaining the construction schedule, coordinating drop-off and pick-up of construction materials, and evaluating job plans. He/she must have the ability to lift heavy objects and be on their feet for long periods of time. The ideal candidate must also be able to think and act as a leader and possess strong communication skills. Some agricultural construction projects require in-state travel and overnight stays. A typical schedule is Monday-Friday but could vary based on project timelines. Saturday hours are occasional and based on demand. 
 Principal Responsibilities:

• Possess understanding of plans, reading and estimating for jobsite analysis.
• Supervise and manage laborers assigned to jobsite; communicate and coach the assigned crew and report deficiencies in labor force as well as project labor needs.
• Perform all necessary job site scheduling to include city inspect, special inspect, and material deliveries.
• Order materials required for jobsite as well as miscellaneous purchase of consumables for the jobsite as directed.
• Provide oversight and supervision of equipment operation on jobsite.
• Manage jobsite logistics, equipment and tool management, conservation and security of equipment and supplies. 
• Responsible for crew adherence to jobsite safety; personnel PPE, dig fencing, saw guards, inclement weather, etc. 
• Communicate effectively with general contractors.
• Maintain jobsite trailer and organizational cleanup on site, conservation of resources and supplies.
• Perform general jobsite problem solving and elevate needs to management. 
• Generate and deliver detailed daily site reports and needed. 
• Manage mobile timecard data entry. 
• Prepare incident or accident reports as needed. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Requirements:

• Minimum 2-years’ experience in landscape/hardscape.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License and clear driving record.

Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:

• Possess understanding of plans, reading and estimating for jobsite analysis.
• Possess understanding of job task sequencing/critical timeline scheduling.
• Possess knowledge of labor rates and material costs

Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment and adhere to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family).
• Constant and effective communication with key leaders is essential.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. 
• Collaboration with internal and external customers.
• Ability to prioritize with attention to detail and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, documentation skills, and negotiations skills. 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to always remain alert.

Approved by (Supervisor):Approved by (HR):Salary range (HR):Date:Organizational Structure:
Job Title this position reports: Operations Manager
Job Titles directly reporting to this position: Landscape crew membersWorking Conditions: Field Setting
Physical surroundings: Municipal, commercial, and residential construction sites
Adverse working environment Work may be stressful due to continual interaction with others, long hours required and nature of the construction environment.
Physical Effort: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this role including prolonged sitting, bending, standing, stooping and reaching. Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Local Travel: Occasional, mostly within the central Iowa region only
Domestic/International Travel: None
Extensive Hours: Varies due to workloadThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. Absolute Group reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.Absolute Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
 

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