Parks & Public Spaces Construction Foreman

Three Seasons Landscapes•Hamilton, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Construction Foreman for our Parks & Public Spaces division. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in building and managing parks and public space projects for both municipal and private commercial clients. This role requires a high level of skill, experience, and site leadership. The Construction Foreman will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring the crew remains focused, the work is organized, and the final product meets our high standards. We are looking for a long-term employee who is driven, works hard and smart, understands construction drawings, is resourceful, detail-oriented, and possesses strong leadership and delegation skills. The role also requires the ability to identify potential issues and develop practical solutions, proficiency in operating heavy machinery, clear and consistent communication, and strong teamwork skills. This is a key role in helping Three Seasons grow.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience building and managing parks and public space project sites for municipal and private commercial clients.
Ability to read construction drawings, including grading layouts, site layouts, elevations, and details.
Resourcefulness and initiative to find answers to project questions.
Attention to detail, especially regarding site cleanup, fences, playgrounds, and stakeholder satisfaction.
Ability to lead and delegate, turning weekly goals into clear daily plans.
Ability to pivot plans when site conditions or sequencing change.
Strong radar for potential issues and ability to develop practical solutions.
Experience operating heavy machinery such as track skid steers, loaders, and excavators.
Comfortable loading materials and floating machines.
Clear and consistent communication skills.
Team player willing to work alongside Project Managers and participate in site meetings.

Nice To Haves

Someone who wants to be here long-term.
Someone who wants to play a key role in helping Three Seasons grow.

Responsibilities

Leading the day-to-day work on site.
Keeping the crew focused and the work organized.
Ensuring the finished product meets high standards.
Translating construction drawings (grading layouts, site layouts, elevations, details) on site.
Identifying and solving project challenges.
Operating heavy machinery such as track skid steers, loaders, and excavators.
Loading materials and floating machines.
Communicating clearly and consistently, including daily updates.
Working alongside Project Managers.
Participating in site meetings.
Delegating tasks and creating clear daily plans for the crew.
Pivoting plans when site conditions or sequencing change.