Construction Estimator – Landscape & Site Development

Environmental Management, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company participation

Paid time off

Job summary

Environmental Management Inc. is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial construction and landscape development projects.

You will analyze plans, specs, labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing to create competitive bids. The role collaborates with clients, vendors, project managers, and operations teams to ensure bids align with company goals and support successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience in commercial construction, landscape construction, civil construction, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and documents.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, STACK or similar.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, and documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for site development and related scopes.
• Develop bid proposals including labor, materials, equipment, subs and contingencies.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and project teams to ensure accurate bids.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

STACK

Job description

Environmental Management Inc. is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial construction and landscape development projects.

You will analyze plans, specs, labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing to create competitive bids. The role collaborates with clients, vendors, project managers, and operations teams to ensure bids align with company goals and support successful project execution.