Landscape Construction Estimator

BrightView Landscape Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a Landscape Construction Estimator to review plans and prepare bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects. The role involves gathering take-off data, preparing estimates, and maintaining supplier prices.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, experience in landscape/construction estimating, and proficiency with OST and estimating software. Indoor office environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in landscaping or construction estimating.
• Proficiency with OST and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Gather, calculate, and compile take-off data for bid proposals.
• Prepare routine and detailed cost estimates under supervision.
• Maintain current prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Utilize standard estimate software to present information to management.
• Demonstrate ethics and integrity in all activities.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Customer service

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Heavy Bid (HCSS)

Procore

PlanGrid

On-Screen Take-Off (OST)

Job description

Description

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Job Summary

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gather, calculate, and compile take-off data for use in bid proposal estimates
• Prepare routine estimates and detailed cost estimates for ancillary projects under the supervision of the manager
• Maintain current and accurate information on prices from suppliers and subcontractors
• Utilize standard estimate computer software to present information to management
• Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Prior experience in the landscaping industry or construction, with estimating and managing landscape and irrigation projects
• Experience with Heavy Bid (HCSS), Procore, PlanGrid, or similar estimating software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Customer service experience
• Proficiency with On-Screen Take-Off (OST)
• Strong work ethic with the ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and perform in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as alaptop, acell phone, and printers/copiers
• Position is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of 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.

Compensation Pay Range:

65,000-75,000

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..

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