Landscape Construction Foreman

Marek Landscaping, LLC is a team of scientists, designers, and contractors dedicated to creating landscapes that regenerate and celebrate natural ecosystems. Specializing in natural areas, parks, trails, and waterfronts, the company serves a variety of clients including municipal, tribal, non-profit, educational, commercial, and residential sectors. Using locally and sustainably sourced materials, we construct landscape systems that integrate stormwater management, soil restoration, and diverse native planting plans to maximize ecological benefits.

Committed to environmental stewardship, our work is inspired by principles of ecological engineering, biomimicry, and biotechnical stabilization. We ensure high-quality results through a combination of skilled ecological artisans and trusted subcontractors.

This is a full-time on-site role located in Milwaukee, WI, for a Landscape Construction Foreman. Responsibilities include supervising daily project operations, training team members, allocating resources effectively, and maintaining a safe work environment. Additionally, the Foreman ensures projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of environmental integrity and craftsmanship.

• Direct, supervise, and work with field crew to complete residential and commercial hardscape and softscape projects including natural stone, permeable pavers, retaining walls, planting, seeding, and bluff stabilization and erosion control projects.
• Operate skid steers, excavators, tractors, chainsaws, power tools, and other specialized equipment.
• Manage time, productivity, project budgets, and material record keeping.
• Maintain and repair mechanical and power equipment.
• Load trucks and expedite crew on daily basis.
• Maintain high standard of quality and safety amongst crews and equipment, enforce OSHA & safety policies.

• Proficiency with landscape construction skills: including stone and woodwork, stormwater systems installation, planting, and erosion control.
• Leadership abilities to supervise teams, manage workflows, and train and mentor staff effectively on-site.
• Knowledge of ecological principles: familiarity with ecological restoration, native plants, sustainable materials, and biotechnical stabilization.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills: including resource allocation, scheduling, and prioritizing multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with clients, team members, and subcontractors proactively.
• Physical capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in landscape construction or a related field.
• A valid driver's license (required); additional certifications like CDL or equipment operation are a plus.