Estimator
Ruppert Landscape · Nashville, TN · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Manage estimating workflow to provide complete proposals before bid deadlines
- Aid customers with technical information and pricing during pre-construction
- Review plans and specifications to determine our scope of work and the most effective production methods
- Define scopes of work for various trades and distribute subcontract bid packages
- Recommend and review preferred subcontractors on each job to Project Managers
- Solicit written quotes for hard materials and site furnishings
- Submit plant lists to Purchaser to be sourced and priced
- Complete plan take-off and enter bid information into the company’s preferred software program
- Assign or propose profit margins based on current pricing guidelines
- Review bids with Branch and Division Managers based on approval limits
- Participate in pre-job and post-job meetings
Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand plans and specifications
- Build relationships with subcontractors and customers
- Experience with Estimating Software desired
- Strong oral and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Basic understanding of business math and reporting
- One year minimum experience preferred, but not necessary for entry-level candidates
What We Provide
- Competitive salary
- Medical benefits with dental and vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible work/life balance
- Family-oriented company culture
Pay
Competitive salary
Schedule
Flexible work/life balance
Benefits
- Medical benefits with dental and vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan