Landscape Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

At this time, we’re only considering candidates with direct commercial landscape construction estimating experience, ideally coming from a competitor in the same space.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate continuous improvement, an innovative approach, and a positive attitude. This position requires focus, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple bids efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed material take-offs from drawings and plans.

• Coordinate drawings and scopes to ensure proper bid coverage.

• Prepare detailed estimate breakdowns, including cost analysis of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.

• Prepare and submit RFIs for projects as needed.

• Understand and interpret contractual terms and conditions.

• Organize material and subcontractor quotations to ensure compliance with contract documents and alignment with project buy-out strategies.

• Analyze drawings and specifications to determine comprehensive project requirements.

• Strategize bids, competitors, margins, and bid closures.

• Complete budgeting input in accounting software systems.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

• Ensure all documentation is organized in estimating folders for seamless turnover to production.

• Conduct site visits to gather information about access, logistics, and conditions for accurate bidding.

• Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data and construction methods for future reference.

• Review special proposal requirements with Project Management.

• Maintain addendum control and integrate updates promptly.

• Assemble detailed scope letters with project-specific qualifications and exclusions.

• Manage multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating strong multitasking and planning skills.

• Prepare value engineering options and recommendations.

• Ensure all bid forms are completed and properly executed.

• Establish partnerships with owners, contractors, and architects to resolve bid process questions collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant estimating experience in landscape construction.

• Strong understanding of landscape construction scopes, including grading, drainage, planting, irrigation, hardscape, and site furnishing.

• Ability to read and interpret civil, landscape, and architectural plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or equivalent work experience preferred.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); On-Screen Take-Off experience is a plus.

• Strong understanding of construction budgeting and job costing principles.

• Highly detailed, organized, process-oriented, goal-driven, and focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines.

• Effective collaborator with excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrates ethics, integrity, and professionalism in all interactions.

Position Details

• In-office position

• Hours: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday

• Stable, collaborative team environment and culture

• Full-time benefits offered: Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, vacation, sick and holiday paid time off, 401(k) with 4% match