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

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