Landscape Foreman

DLL Landscaping & Tree Service•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Landscape Foreman is a working field leader responsible for crew performance, job execution, safety compliance, and customer satisfaction. This role combines hands-on landscape work with leadership accountability and is directly responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to DLL’s quality standards.

Responsibilities

Crew Leadership & Development:
Provide clear daily direction to assigned crew members
Train employees on proper equipment operation, safety protocols, and company standards
Monitor performance and provide real-time coaching and feedback
Hold crew accountable for productivity, quality, punctuality, safety, and professionalism
Provide performance feedback to Production Manager
Daily Operations Management:
Conduct daily morning huddles to review:
Schedule and job priorities
Time estimates and productivity goals
Customer expectations and feedback
Execute and oversee landscape maintenance services including mowing, trimming, edging, blowing, and enhancements
Ensure work is completed correctly the first time (“no go-backs”)
Conduct routine site inspections to verify quality standards
Identify enhancement opportunities and communicate recommendations
Productivity & Accountability:
Manage labor hours to meet or exceed weekly crew productivity goals
Adjust workflow as needed to maintain efficiency
Ensure all crew members accurately clock in/out and record breaks in LMN
Communicate workload changes to Production Manager promptly
Safety & Compliance:
Enforce all company safety policies and procedures
Identify and correct job-site hazards immediately
Ensure proper use of PPE and required company attire
Require seatbelt use and compliance with all motor vehicle laws
Promote a safety-first culture at all times
Customer Relationship Management:
Serve as on-site point of contact when needed
Greet customers professionally and address concerns promptly
Escalate service issues to Production Manager before leaving the site
Document customer issues or notes in LMN
Equipment & Resource Management:
Train crew on proper equipment usage to reduce wear and unnecessary repairs
Ensure efficient use of materials and supplies
Communicate supply and repair needs to Production Manager