Estimator - Design/Build

Razorjack Recruiting; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TriPax Resources is partnering with a growing landscape design-build company in the Columbus, Ohio area seeking an experienced Estimator to own the estimating for landscape installation and design-build projects.

The ideal candidate will interpret plans and specifications, develop accurate quantity takeoffs and client-ready proposals. Proficiency with LMN by Granum and strong attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent quantity takeoffs from plans, drawings and project specifications.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors across landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation and lighting projects.
• Develop accurate scopes of work and professional client proposals using LMN.
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies and potential project risks before work is sold.
• Maintain and improve production rates, cost libraries, estimating assemblies and templates.
• Prepare and manage change orders, estimate revisions and updated project costs.
• Assemble complete, production-ready job packets for approved projects.
• Ensure clear and accurate handoffs between sales, design and production teams.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve estimating accuracy, consistency and efficiency.
• Help develop and refine estimating systems as the company grows.

Skills

Plan reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Deadline management

Tools

LMN by Granum

Job description

Estimator – Landscape Design-Build

Position Overview

TriPax Resources is partnering with a growing landscape design-build company in the Columbus, Ohio area to recruit an experienced Estimator to take ownership of estimating for landscape installation and design-build projects.

The ideal candidate has strong working knowledge of LMN by Granum, can independently interpret plans and specifications, and has experience developing accurate quantity takeoffs, cost estimates and client-ready proposals.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the estimating function, improve existing processes and contribute to the company's continued growth while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform independent quantity takeoffs from plans, drawings and project specifications.
• Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors across landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation and lighting projects.
• Develop accurate scopes of work and professional client proposals using LMN.
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies and potential project risks before work is sold.
• Maintain and improve production rates, cost libraries, estimating assemblies and templates.
• Prepare and manage change orders, estimate revisions and updated project costs.
• Assemble complete, production-ready job packets for approved projects.
• Ensure clear and accurate handoffs between sales, design and production teams.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve estimating accuracy, consistency and efficiency.
• Help develop and refine estimating systems as the company grows.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong working knowledge of LMN by Granum.
• Demonstrated experience preparing estimates from plans and completing independent quantity takeoffs.
• Solid understanding of labor, material, equipment and subcontractor pricing.
• Experience working with estimating assemblies, templates and production rates.
• Strong plan-reading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify potential project risks.
• Experience in landscape design-build, landscape installation or construction estimating is strongly preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable working independently while collaborating with sales, design and production teams. They take ownership of their work, communicate clearly, welcome feedback and look for opportunities to improve processes.

They understand the importance of accurate estimating in protecting project margins, setting realistic expectations and ensuring field teams have the information and resources needed to execute projects successfully.

Opportunity

This position offers meaningful ownership of the estimating function within a growing, craftsmanship-focused landscape design-build business. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to strengthen estimating systems, improve operational coordination and contribute directly to the company's long-term success.