Landscape Residential Construction Crew Leader

Russo Landscapes • Kennesaw, GA

3d • $65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Landscape Construction Crew Leader – Residential Projects Russo Landscapes | Full-Time | Leadership Role Are you an experienced landscape construction professional who takes pride in building things the right way? Do you enjoy running equipment, leading a crew, and seeing a project come together from start to finish? Russo Landscapes is looking for a skilled Landscape Construction Crew Leader to run residential landscape projects. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows construction, works hard, and wants to be part of a team that cares about quality, efficiency, and doing things right the first time. We build high-end residential landscapes, including retaining walls, patios, drainage, planting, outdoor living spaces, and full property transformations. You will lead a small crew, operate equipment, manage daily production, and be trusted to get the job done at a high level. If you are the kind of person who likes responsibility, takes ownership of your work, and wants to grow with a strong company, this is the opportunity for you. At Russo Landscapes, crew leaders are trusted to run their jobs, not micromanaged.

Requirements

• Must be experienced and capable in residential landscape construction
• Rough & finish grading with skid steer, excavator, and mini skid
• Drainage & irrigation installation
• Retaining walls (modular block, natural stone)
• Paver, flagstone, and concrete patio/walkway installation
• Sod, trees, shrubs, and plant installation
• Landscape lighting installation
• Safe operation of truck, trailer, and construction equipment
• Ability to read plans and follow layout
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Proficient in English
• Strong work ethic — shows up ready to work every day
• Leads by example, not from the truck
• Takes pride in clean, professional work
• Communicates clearly with crew, management, and clients
• Keeps projects moving and stays organized
• Holds teammates accountable while treating them with respect
• Positive attitude, even when the work is tough
• Pays attention to details others miss
• Willing to train and develop crew members
• Wants to grow, improve, and build a career

Nice To Haves

• Using transit/laser level for layout & grading
• Masonry, brick, or stacked stone work
• Pergolas, fencing, outdoor kitchens, carpentry
• Water features
• Basic equipment maintenance & repair
• Proficient in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Lead a small crew
• Operate equipment
• Manage daily production

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401 (k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees