The posting
McDugald Steele Landscape Architects & Contractors is a Houston-based design-build firm creating timeless high-end residential estate gardens through a fully integrated approach spanning landscape architecture, construction, planting, irrigation, pool and water features, lighting, and long-term garden management.
For more than 50 years, McDugald Steele has built a reputation for excellence, earning numerous awards for landscape architecture and horticultural expertise. Our work reflects a deep respect for architecture, horticulture, and the art of building enduring outdoor environments.
We are seeking an experienced in-house Construction Supervisor to lead field operations for our portfolio of high-end residential landscape construction projects. This full-time role is responsible for leading crews, manage daily production, solve jobsite challenges, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the firm's high standards of craftsmanship. The ideal candidate is a motivated field leader who values craftsmanship, teamwork, and the opportunity to help construct some of Houston's most distinguished residential landscapes.
The Opportunity
This position plays a critical leadership role in translating design into built work. The in-house Construction Supervisor works closely with the project landscape architect, project managers, and skilled trades to ensure projects move smoothly from site mobilization through final walkthrough.
McDugald Steele's integrated design-build approach allows Construction Supervisors to work directly with the design team while maintaining clear ownership of jobsite operations, field execution, quality control, and crew leadership. This position offers an excellent opportunity for experienced construction professionals who are self-starters and natural leaders to take pride in running projects in the field. Supervisors are trusted to lead crews, manage daily production, solve jobsite challenges, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the company's high standards of craftsmanship. For motivated individuals who take ownership of their work and lead by example, this role provides a path to grow professionally while helping deliver some of Houston's most extraordinary residential landscape projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily field operations for residential and select commercial landscape construction projects
- Supervise and coordinate construction crews and subcontracted specialty trades.
- Manage jobsite scheduling, production goals, and daily work assignments.
- Read and interpret landscape construction plans, construction details, and specifications.
- Coordinate installation of grading, drainage systems, hardscape, planting, irrigation, lighting, and specialty landscape elements.
- Maintain the company's high standards of craftsmanship and quality control throughout construction.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work aligns with design intent and company standards.
- Coordinate equipment, tools, and material deliveries to maintain project schedules.
- Monitor and track project progress in collaboration with project managers.
- Identify field conflicts and communicate solutions proactively to the project team.
- Enforce jobsite safety protocols and company safety standards.
- Coordinate punch-list completion and assist with project closeout and final walkthroughs.
- Communicate effectively with landscape architect, designers, builders, clients, inspectors, and consultants.
What Sets This Role Apart
- Opportunity to work on some of Houston's most distinguished residential estates.
- Work alongside a team of highly skilled landscape architects and experienced construction professionals.
- Be part of a collaborative team that partners with some of Houston's leading luxury design and construction professionals.
- Direct involvement in the build project lifecycle from initial field mobilization through construction completion.
- Close collaboration with highly skilled construction teams and specialty trades.
- Manage the full lifecycle of projects from concept design through field implementation.
- Be a part of company traditions and team gatherings, including the spring appreciation picnic, holiday events and monthly birthday celebrations.
Company Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) retirement program
- Medical and dental coverage with employer contribution and HSA program options
- Life and disability insurance programs
- $15,000 employer-sponsored life insurance policy
- Company-issued cell phone
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education support
- Professional development and licensure reimbursement related to the field of employment
- Complimentary membership in select local and national professional design organizations supported by the company
- Discounts with select local suppliers and industry partners
- Vehicle mileage reimbursement
- Reimbursement for company - approved expenses
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
- Landscape construction experience in residential or design-build environments, minimum of 5+ years preferred
- Previous experience in landscape construction supervisory, foreman, superintendent, or field leadership role, required
- Strong knowledge of landscape construction methods including grading, drainage, planting, irrigation, and hardscape installation.
- Ability to read landscape construction plans, construction details, and technical specifications.
- Experience managing crews, schedules, and jobsite production.
- Strong understanding of jobsite safety standards and best practices.
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Houston area.
- Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Smartsheet is a plus
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
Qualifications
- Landscape construction experience in residential or design-build environments, minimum of 5+ years preferred
- Previous experience in landscape construction supervisory, foreman, superintendent, or field leadership role, required
- Strong knowledge of landscape construction methods including grading, drainage, planting, irrigation, and hardscape installation.
- Ability to read landscape construction plans, construction details, and technical specifications.
- Experience managing crews, schedules, and jobsite production.
- Strong understanding of jobsite safety standards and best practices.
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Houston area.
- Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Smartsheet is a plus
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus
