Experienced Landscape Construction Foreman

ALPHA Landscapes is seeking an all-star landscape construction foreman.

ALPHA Landscapes is a 100% new-construction focused landscape firm working with the top general contractors and developers in the area. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where our employees look forward to coming to work everyday, and being part of a TEAM that sets them up for success, all while working on the top construction projects in central Iowa.

ALPHA Landscapes started with a pickup truck and a wheelbarrow in 2018 and has now grown into the largest commercial landscape construction firm in Iowa with top of the line trucks and equipment, and 50+ employees operating out of our Des Moines office.

This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing, yet stable company, with typical hours between 40-60 weekly, March-December (20+ average in off-season) pay starting at $23-26/hr, with earning potential upwards of $30+/hr

What does a typical day look like at ALPHA?

• Loading materials and equipment on the shop every morning
• Overall job site management of tree and landscape installation
• Plan reading and layout
• Skid loader/equipment operation
• Training/developing team members.

Benefits include!

• Competitive industry pay
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement plans with 3% company match
• 100% company funded life insurance
• Health insurance options

The ideal applicant should have the following at minimum:

• 3+ Years landscape/construction experience, with at least 1 year in a foreman position.
• Landscape/planting/hardscape knowledge
• Time management skills
• Excellent problem solving skills

**All new hire candidates will be required to take a drug test upon arrival their first day at ALPHA Landscapes. In the event the candidate tests positive, the candidate will not be able to start until they provide a negative test. ALPHA Landscapes holds to right to withdraw the offer at anytime unless a negative test is provided. Candidates who refuse to submit to a drug test will no longer be considered for employment, and any offer of employment will be rescinded.**