Estimator

BrightView Landscapes; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes in Austin, TX is seeking an Estimator to review plans and prepare bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects. You will gather takeoff data, leverage measurement tech, and build accurate quotes to support winning bids.

The ideal candidate holds a related bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years in estimating, and proficiency with estimating software and Salesforce. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Horticulture, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating, preferably in commercial landscaping or construction.
• Familiarity with estimating software; proficiency a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Customer service mindset and ability to collaborate with stakeholders
• Experience using CRM systems, particularly Salesforce
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish) is a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data for bid proposals.
• Leverage measurement technologies to produce efficient takeoffs.
• Use standard estimating software and CRM tools to build quotes.
• Develop estimates where standards are unavailable using historical data.
• Analyze bids, margins, and closure rates to shape winning strategies.
• Provide Operations with details for successful job start-ups with scope clarifications.
• Ensure estimates align with production capabilities and pricing strategy.
• Identify opportunities to streamline estimating processes and improve accuracy via data.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Customer service mindset

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Salesforce

MS Office

Job description

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

• The Estimator reviews plans and prepares bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects.

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

Job Summary

• The Estimator reviews plans and prepares bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data for use in bid proposal estimates
• Leverage measurement technologies to produce more efficient and accurate takeoffs
• Utilize standard estimating software and CRM tools to build and present accurate quotes
• Develop estimates where predetermined standards are not available, using sound judgment and historical data
• Analyze bids, competitors, margins, and closure rates to help shape winning strategies
• Provide Operations with necessary details for successful job start-ups, including scope clarifications and production assumptions
• Ensure estimates align with branch production capabilities, regional pricing strategy, and client expectations
• Identify opportunities to streamline estimating processes and improve accuracy through data and feedback loops

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Horticulture, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating, preferably within the commercial landscaping or construction industry
• Familiarity with estimating software; proficiency a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Customer service mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience using CRM systems, particularly Salesforce
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish) is a strong plus

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, photocopier, and computer printer
• Position is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the time
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur

Work Environment

• This role works in an indoor office work environment.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.