Senior Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Estimating Department, ensuring all bids meet quality and profitability standards
• Review bid turnover packages for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work to determine project requirements
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor quotes
• Develop and maintain accurate production rates and cost databases
• Manage and update estimating tools and company-specific software (e.g., MEP)
• Cook up bid schedules, strategy, and handoff with Business Development
• Evaluate final bid proposals for completeness and alignment with company goals
• Ensure bid projects are properly entered and tracked in company systems
• Lead pre-bid meetings and collaborate with operations teams for constructability input
• Identify cost trends and provide solutions to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency
• Oversee the selection and negotiation of subcontractors and vendors
• Train, supervise, and evaluate junior estimators and support staff
• Provide regular updates and reporting on departmental performance, hit rates, and pipeline
• Support internal departments by providing cost data and historical pricing analysis
• Maintain compliance with company estimating standards, policies, and procedures
• Continuously improve estimating procedures to reduce discrepancies and increase win rates
• Attend job walks, client meetings, and post-bid debriefs as necessary
• Provide exceptional internal and external customer service through timely and accurate communication

Requirements

• 5+ years of estimating experience in landscape, hardscape, or commercial construction
• Strong understanding of blueprints, scopes, labor, and material costing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, estimating software (MEP preferred)
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Bilingual English/Spanish or Vietnamese is a plus

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retailer plan
• Vision insurance