Landscape Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Landscape Construction Estimator
Full-Time | Modesto, CA
$70,000 - $80,000

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Landscape Construction Estimator to join our team.

If you're ready for more autonomy, meaningful work, and the opportunity to directly impact company growth — this is your seat at the table. We're not corporate. No red tape, no micromanagement — just smart people doing quality work and building great things together.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our team, you’ll take ownership of the estimating process while contributing to project management and pre-construction operations. Responsibilities include:

• Manage end-to-end estimating: quantity takeoffs, bid strategy, and final proposal development
• Lead weekly estimating reviews with the owner and team
• Oversee multiple bids and prepare for future projects simultaneously
• Develop ROMs and budget estimates for design-build and conceptual phases
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specs, and details for accurate cost projections
• Create clear and detailed proposals with defined scopes, exclusions, and assumptions
• Source and maintain pricing from vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Analyze project documentation for constructability and value-engineering opportunities
• Ensure smooth handoffs from pre-construction to operations
• Track and analyze bid performance, margins, and closing strategies
• Assist with procurement and ordering of materials to meet project timelines
• Support project management from award through closeout
• Contribute to billing and financial tracking, including job costing and invoicing
• Perform on-site measuring & layouts to create quotes from when plans are not available

You’re a Great Fit If You:

• Have 3+ years of experience in commercial landscape construction estimating, pre-construction, or related roles
• Bring hands-on experience in project management within construction or landscaping
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and proactive — you think three steps ahead
• Thrive working independently and take pride in making informed decisions
• Are tech-savvy and familiar with tools like Microsoft Excel, PlanSwift, Microsoft SharePoint and general computer software knowledge.
• Communicate clearly and confidently in both written and verbal formats
• Can handle fast-paced environments and enjoy wearing multiple hats
• Are bilingual (English/Spanish) — a strong plus for communication in the field
• CAD software experience a plus

*Benefit Conditions - Waiting period may apply/Only full-time employees are eligible

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Company Description

BBSI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\r\nCalifornia applicants: to see how we protect your data, visit our website at