Overview
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Hard Landscape Foreperson to join a multi award winning landscaping company delivering high end landscape construction projects across London.
This is a key role within the construction division of the business, leading hard landscaping projects and bringing design led plans to life. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing landscaping teams on site and ensuring projects are delivered in line with detailed design specifications and the highest standards of workmanship.
The ideal candidate will be dynamic, organised and highly motivated with proven experience delivering high end hard landscaping projects. You will have strong experience reading technical plans, setting out sites and leading teams while working closely with landscape architects, garden designers, subcontractors and clients.
This role offers a salary from £37,000 to £45,000 depending on experience, along with a company van and excellent benefits package.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret site design plans to ensure hard landscaping elements are delivered as specified
Work with and install a range of hard landscaping materials including porcelain, natural stone, clay pavers and brickwork
Accurately set out sites from plans while collaborating with designers and project stakeholders
Install surface drainage systems and formwork
Oversee installation of irrigation systems in collaboration with specialist contractors
Oversee installation of water features working with specialist contractors
Work alongside soft landscaping teams to deliver planting and horticultural aspects of projects
Manage landscaping staff on site and maintain productivity and quality standards
Report project progress to the Contracts Manager and Contracts Director
Liaise with clients, designers and subcontractors to ensure projects run efficientlyRequirements
Proven experience delivering high end hard landscaping projects
Full clean UK driving licence
CSCS card
Competent using landscaping power tools and site equipment
Strong awareness of health and safety procedures on construction sites Skills
Proven leadership and people management ability
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Strong organisational and planning skills
Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering high quality workmanship
Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
Strong communication skills when working with clients and project stakeholders
High levels of motivation and the ability to motivate others What's On Offer
Salary from £37,000 to £45,000 depending on experience
Company van provided for business use
Discretionary annual bonus based on company performance
28 days holiday including bank holidays
Branded uniform and PPE provided
Training relevant to the role
Company pension scheme with employer contributions
Employee assistance programme backed by BUPA
Company events
Opportunity to work for one of the UK's leading award winning landscaping companies How to Apply
This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
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