Estimator (Landscape / Irrigation)

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze civil, architectural, landscape, and irrigation plans and specifications.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design development (DD), and construction document (CD) estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Review project specifications, bid documents, RFIs, and addenda.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Lead bid preparation and RFP responses from start to finish.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure a seamless transition from estimating to project execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial landscape construction estimating experience (senior-level experience preferred).
• Experience estimating commercial, multifamily, municipal, education, healthcare, hospitality, mixed-use, or public works landscape projects.
• Strong understanding of landscape construction methods, irrigation systems, hardscape, concrete, planting, grading, and site development.
• Ability to interpret civil, landscape, and irrigation drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and cost analysis.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), STACK, or similar platforms.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $100,000-$125,000, based on experience.
• Opportunity to estimate complex, high-profile commercial landscape projects.
• Long-term career growth with a stable and reputable Southern California contractor.
• Collaborative team environment with experienced construction professionals.
• Comprehensive benefits package.