Oxford / Oxfordshire Area
Salary: £35k - £40k
Full-time, permanent
Do you take real pride in the finish of your work?
Do you enjoy leading projects on site and solving problems as they arise?
Would you like to work for a company where landscaping is treated as a craft, not just another building job?
We are recruiting for an experienced Hard Landscaping Foreman to join a well-established and highly respected landscaping business operating across the Oxford area.
This is a family-run company with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality landscaping projects for private clients. Their work ranges from practical garden improvements through to complete garden transformations designed by professional garden designers.
Projects typically range from £20,000 through to £120,000, and many are for high-end residential clients who expect exceptional standards and attention to detail.
This is not a volume landscaping business. The focus is on quality, craftsmanship, and customer experience.
The team takes enormous pride in the work they deliver and many of their projects come through recommendations and repeat clients.
It is also a company that genuinely looks after its people. Staff retention is very strong and this is the type of role many people stay in for years rather than viewing it as a stepping stone.
The Role
As Hard Landscaping Foreman, you will lead day-to-day operations on site and ensure projects are delivered to the company’s high standards.
You will act as the main point of contact on site, coordinating the team, liaising with clients, and ensuring projects run smoothly from handover through to completion.
The work is varied and interesting. One project might involve patios and paving, another could involve fencing, metal edging, or supporting the construction of a fully redesigned garden.
You will work closely with the wider team to bring garden designs to life while ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to an excellent standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading day-to-day landscaping operations on site
* Managing a small team of landscapers and labourers
* Delivering projects from handover through to completion and client sign-off
* Laying patios, paving, fencing, edging and other hard landscaping elements
* Working alongside designers to deliver landscaping plans
* Maintaining excellent site organisation and cleanliness
* Liaising with clients and ensuring expectations are met
* Coordinating materials, plant hire and supplier deliveries
* Monitoring project timelines and keeping work on schedule
* Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained
The Type of Person Who Will Succeed Here
This role will suit someone who takes real pride in their work and enjoys delivering projects to a very high standard.
You will likely be someone who:
* Enjoys problem solving on site
* Takes pride in high quality finishes and attention to detail
* Cares about customer satisfaction and client relationships
* Is comfortable leading a small team
* Enjoys working on varied and interesting landscaping projects
The culture of the business is very much about going the extra mile. The team looks for the small improvements and finishing touches that elevate a project.
What They Are Looking For
* Strong experience within hard landscaping
* Experience leading projects or supervising a small team
* Confident working directly with clients on site
* High standards for quality and presentation
* Practical problem-solving ability
* Organised and able to manage time and resources effectively
Why This Role Stands Out
* Projects across the Oxford and surrounding areas
* Work on high-end residential gardens and landscaping projects
* A family-run business with a strong reputation
* A supportive team environment
* A company where people tend to stay long term
If you are an experienced landscaper ready to step into a leadership role, or a current foreman looking for a company where quality truly matters, we would love to hear from you.
Confidential conversations welcome
Salary description
£35000.00 - £45000.00 per year