Landscape Supervisor (Foreman) in Illinois City, Illinois at Corescapes
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Job Description
About Corescapes
Corescapes has been designing, building, and maintaining outdoor spaces across Central Illinois since 2011. As we’ve grown, so has our commitment to delivering high-quality landscape construction, grounds maintenance, and outdoor living solutions. We serve both residential and commercial clients with a focus on craftsmanship, efficiency, and professional service.
Position Summary
Corescapes is seeking an experienced Landscape Supervisor / Foreman to lead field operations for landscape maintenance and construction projects. This is not an entry-level position. The ideal candidate has proven experience supervising crews, managing job sites, operating equipment, and ensuring projects are completed on time and to company standards.
This role is responsible for crew leadership, quality control, safety enforcement, and daily job execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise landscape maintenance and construction crews (2–6 team members)
- Manage daily job assignments, productivity, and project timelines
- Ensure quality standards for mowing, trimming, planting, hardscapes, and grading
- Read and execute landscape plans and job scopes
- Train crew members on proper techniques and equipment use
- Conduct daily safety checks and enforce company safety protocols
- Operate equipment including skid loaders, mini excavators, and trucks with trailers
- Communicate with management regarding progress, materials, and job needs
- Perform snow removal operations during winter months
- Ensure proper care and maintenance of tools, trucks, and equipment
- Assist with material staging, job setup, and site organization
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
- 5+ years of landscaping experience
- 2+ years in a leadership or crew lead role
- Experience supervising landscape or hardscape crews
- Strong knowledge of lawn maintenance, plantings, grading, and hardscapes
- Ability to operate skid steer, mini excavator, and landscape equipment
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pull trailers and operate work trucks
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with paver patios, retaining walls, and outdoor living installations
- Experience in commercial landscape maintenance
- Snow removal experience (plowing/salting)
What We're Looking For
- Proven leader who can manage crews without constant oversight
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Ability to solve problems in the field
- Professional communication skills
- Dependable and punctual
- Safety-focused mindset
Compensation
$24.00 – $28.00 per hour (based on experience and leadership background)
Opportunities for advancement and pay increases based on performance.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Plan
- Progressive Paid Time Off
- Training and advancement opportunities
Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- 8-10 hour shifts (seasonal overtime available)
- Occasional weekends
- Winter snow removal responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
- 5+ years of landscaping experience
- 2+ years in a leadership or crew lead role
- Experience supervising landscape or hardscape crews
- Strong knowledge of lawn maintenance, plantings, grading, and hardscapes
- Ability to operate skid steer, mini excavator, and landscape equipment
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pull trailers and operate work trucks
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with paver patios, retaining walls, and outdoor living installations
- Experience in commercial landscape maintenance
- Snow removal experience (plowing/salting)
What We're Looking For
- Proven leader who can manage crews without constant oversight
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Ability to solve problems in the field
- Professional communication skills
- Dependable and punctual
- Safety-focused mindset