Landscaping Construction Field Supervisor

Founded in 1995, a Blade of Grass has been providing industry-leading landscape design and maintenance to the Greater Boston area for 28 years and counting. Our award-winning services are made possible by our employees, who find passion and challenge in the amazing work that we do. We value deep, long-term client relationships built on results and trust, and are excited to offer opportunities for industry professionals to bring their ideas to life at an established and fast-growing company.

Construction Field Supervisors are responsible for:

• Work with in-house designers to install landscapes by leading and instructing teams to produce excellent and profitable products.

• Manage all aspects of the project to include hardscape, softscape, lighting, irrigation, subcontractors and vendor communication.

• Teaching and training team members to ensure proper procedures, processes and quality of work are followed and achieved.

• Directing, overseeing and participating in work performed by your team. This is a very hands-on position and requires candidates to perform any task they would ask their team to do. You will be expected to work alongside the team.

• Assisting with and creating production and project schedule deadlines.

• Maintaining and caring for company equipment, tools and vehicles.

• Forecasting equipment, labor and material needs to ensure efficient production.

• Creating daily schedules for the crews which includes some weekend work, rain days

• Processing work orders/receipts

• Organizing & implementing safety training/protocol while promoting job-site safety

• Review, approve and close work tickets in a timely manner.

• Maintaining a clean and orderly job site, including the office and yard.

• Using time tracking software to approve crew hours

• Attending training classes and seminars as determined necessary.

Experienced required:

• 5 years landscape construction experience preferred, 3 years minimum.

• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMVR.

• Valid hoisting license preferred.

• Must be self-motivated and possess strong leadership skills.

• Must be professional in appearance and actions.

• Must be detail oriented and quality driven.

• Must be well organized with strong communication skills (Written and verbal) and ability to multitask.

• Must have the ability to be proactive, plan ahead and problem solve to minimize disruption, errors, risks and keep work-flow on-task, within budget and on-time.

• Absolute essential ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Fluent English is required, fluent Spanish is a plus.

Our employee benefits are designed for your overall well-being:

• Bonus pay
• Company matching 401k plan
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical & Dental Insurance
• Relevant industry certification reimbursement & training
• Boots allowance
• Multiple company parties and events
• Paid time off for our winter shutdown
• Flexible paid time off/vacation time
• Use of a company vehicle to commute to and from work
• Company provided cell phone and laptop

Our passion for the living landscape and serving our clients is what drives us. If you are looking to work in a team-oriented, upbeat environment, then we look forward to seeing your application!