Estimator Commercial Construction

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Overview:

The Estimator is responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial landscape construction projects. This includes quantity takeoffs, subcontractor/vendor pricing, and collaboration with project teams to ensure estimates are buildable and profitable.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and calculate quantities of materials, labor, and equipment needed for landscape construction projects.

• Develop detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead to prepare competitive bids.

• Compile and submit complete proposals, including scope clarifications, alternates, and value engineering recommendations.

• Solicit, review, and confirm vendor and subcontractor pricing; ensure scopes are accurate and comprehensive.

• Support Preconstruction, Project Managers, and Operations to ensure estimates are accurate and buildable throughout the project.

• Respond to RFIs, attend pre-bid meetings, and maintain professional communication as needed.

• Enter, track, and maintain estimates, bids, and project opportunities in Aspire, Bid Board, or CRM systems; maintain historical cost databases.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the landscape/irrigation construction industry.

• 2+ years of estimating experience for landscape and irrigation projects.

• Proficiency with scaled drawings, architect/engineer scales, and irrigation design.

• Strong mathematical skills in areas such as volume, area, and conversions.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating software, and related technology.

• Preferred: Field experience in landscape and irrigation installation.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year


Earthtones Companies

At Earthtones Companies, we are dedicated to upholding our core values in every aspect of our work and in how we hold ourselves and each other accountable. This commitment has fueled our rapid growth into one of the largest privately owned and operated landscaping companies in North America.

As a privately owned company, we have the unique ability to prioritize our family-oriented culture above all else, which has naturally led to the development of a team of industry-leading professionals. We are also committed to ensuring a healthy work-life balance for our staff, recognizing that our team members are the reason for our success. As we continue executing our growth strategy, our primary focus remains on taking care of our employees and their families.

To protect the culture we've built, we are highly selective in our hiring process, seeking individuals who consistently strive for excellence, align with our core values, and bring innovative ideas to their roles. We take great pride in investing in our employees and have developed many of our division leaders from within, reflecting our strong commitment to growth and opportunity.

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