Landscaping Foreman Jobs in Michigan

A Landscaping Foreman is a key figure in the landscaping industry, overseeing and managing a team of landscape workers to maintain and beautify public and private grounds, gardens, lawns, and other green spaces. They are responsible for planning and implementing landscaping projects, coordinating with clients to understand their needs and preferences, and ensuring that all jobs are completed on time and within budget. Foremen also monitor the health of plants and vegetation, operate and maintain landscaping equipment, and enforce safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries on the job site.

Important skills for a Landscaping Foreman include strong leadership and communication abilities, knowledge of horticulture, proficiency in operating landscaping equipment, and the physical stamina to perform demanding tasks. Depending on where they work, they may also need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to operate large vehicles. Certifications such as the Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) or Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) can also enhance a Landscaping Foreman's professional credibility. Prior to becoming a Foreman, a person could have roles such as Landscaping Laborer, Groundskeeper, or Landscape Technician.

1-15 of 19 Jobs

Landscape crew leader

  • Troy, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 13 days ago

maintenance tasks such as mulching, pruning, weeding, mowing, and irrigation Manage landscape installations and hardscape projects Maintain grounds by providing lawn care, landscape design, and weed...

Govt. Facilities Management Supervisor

  • Sault Sainte Marie, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Sault Sainte Marie, MI
  • 2 days ago

Perform various grounds keeping tasks such as mowing, trimming, filling low graded areas, replacing mulch, flowers, etc....

Hardscape foreman

  • Oak Park, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Park, MI
  • 3 days ago

Hardscape Foreman** **Position Overview:** The Hardscape Foreman is responsible for leading and managing hardscape construction projects, such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and other...

Yard Supervisor Yard

  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago

PURPOSE Directs the activities of yard personnel in order to ensure good customer service and safe and efficient movement of goods and equipment on the premises. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND...

Landscape Crew Leader Waterford, MI

  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterford, MI
  • 9 days ago

Properly plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, fertilize and so much more. Learn to diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions....

Foreman I Consumers Energy

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 11 days ago

in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Foreman Job Duties Provides crew supervision and line clearing and tree trimming services for major electric utility providers Services provided include pruning...

Irrigation Experience: The PREFERRED Candidate has some experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair as well as Spring Start up and Fall Shut down and willing to assist, as needed in these tasks...

Landscape Supervisor

  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago

.- Perform Hands-On Landscaping Work -- Including planting trees, shrubs, and flowers; installing mulch and rock beds; edging and trimming; and performing seasonal clean-ups.- Hardscape Installation...

Fertilization Supervisor

  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI
  • 14 days ago

**Job Summary:**As a **Fertilization Supervisor**, you will lead teams responsible for applying fertilizers, herbicides, and pest control treatments to maintain healthy turf and landscaping....

Landscaping Crew Leader (Direct Report to Benton Harbor)

  • Benton Harbor, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Benton Harbor, MI
  • 19 days ago

. + Irrigation Experience: The PREFERRED Candidate has some experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair as well as Spring Start up and Fall Shut down and willing to assist, as needed in these...

Operations Supervisor

  • Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago

Successful Operations Supervisors have strong leadership skills and have experience and knowledge in the area of landscape maintenance (mowing, pruning, bark installation, bed maintenance, etc.)....

Landscaping Crew Leader (Canton)

  • Canton, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 23 days ago

Irrigation Experience: The PREFERRED Candidate has some experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair as well as Spring Start up and Fall Shut down....

Tcch Facilities Engeering General Supervisor

  • Williamsburg, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Williamsburg, MI
  • 23 days ago

Program and schedule irrigation for proper application. Supervise and perform application of fertilizer and pesticides....

Supervisor

  • West Branch, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Branch, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Coordinates county road brush cutting, brush mowing, tree trimming, and tree removal operations. Coordinates the removal of trash, etc. on the county road system Oversees the brine program....

Irrigation Foremen

  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Irrigation Foremen Job Code Number 290228852 Job Description Irrigation Foremen Temporary, Full-time positions available with Green Scene Landscaping, Inc., from 04/01/2025 to 11/25/2025 at Mt....

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Landscaping Foreman Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Landscaping Foremans in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.2%
High School or GED
28.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscaping Foremans in Michigan
2-4 years
28.1%
4-6 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
18.7%
1-2 years
10.6%
None
8.4%
6-8 years
8.2%


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