Markstone Landscaping is a full-service, year-round landscaping company specializing in pool construction, interlock and concrete installation, 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 Landscape Construction Crew Lead is responsible for leading a crew on-site to execute landscape construction projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality. This role requires hands-on construction experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to read plans and manage day-to-day site work with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is an experienced tradesperson who can guide a crew, solve problems on the fly, and take ownership of job site outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Crew Leadership & Site Execution

Lead and direct a landscape construction crew daily

Assign tasks to crew members and ensure work is completed efficiently and correctly

Train, mentor, and support the development of junior crew members

Maintain a productive, safe, and respectful job site environment

Construction & Quality Control

Read and interpret site plans, blueprints, grades/heights, and grading/hardscape drawings

Execute landscape construction work including hardscaping, grading, planting, and related site work

Ensure work meets Markstone's quality standards and client specifications





Identify and resolve in office issues, escalating to the Operations Manager as needed

Scheduling & Materials

Coordinate daily crew schedules and job sequencing on-site

Track material and equipment needs for the crew 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

3+ years' experience in landscape construction, with prior experience leading a crew

Strong knowledge of grades/heights, 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 is required, truck with trailer

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and physically demanding tasks

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly wage based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Opportunities for growth and advancement within a fast-growing company

Supportive, team-oriented workplace environment

📌 Landscape Construction Crew Lead (Milton)
🏢 markstone landscaping
📍 Milton