Landscape Construction Estimator

Yellowstone Local; Far Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Competitive salary

Career growth

Job summary

The Todd Group is seeking an experienced estimator to join our team in a hybrid role focused on both estimating and procurement for luxury residential landscape projects. You will collaborate with design, operations, and procurement teams to deliver accurate budgets and schedules.

Ideal candidates will have 5–7+ years in landscape construction estimating, strong digital takeoff skills, and experience with Sage Estimating and related software.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction or related trades.
• Experience estimating residential or commercial construction projects.
• High-end residential landscape construction experience preferred.
• Familiarity with digital estimating workflows (takeoffs and pricing).
• Proficiency with Sage Estimating is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed project estimates using landscape, civil, and architectural plans.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and verify project information.
• Develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate procurement planning and material buyouts.
• Support value engineering and change order pricing.

Skills

Estimating

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Vendor negotiation

Tools

Sage Estimating

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

PlanSwift

Sage 300 CRE

Job description

The Creation, Execution & Management of Timeless Outdoor Spaces

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent The Todd Group, an industry leader in high-end landscape design-build and estate management.

If you're an experienced construction estimator who enjoys building accurate project budgets, collaborating with operations teams, and contributing to the success of high-end residential projects, we'd like to hear from you.

What's in It for You?

• Annual salary of approximately $85,000 - $90,000, based on experience and estimating expertise

• Full-time, year-round position

• Hybrid role combining estimating and procurement responsibilities

• Opportunity to work on luxury residential landscape construction and outdoor living projects

• Career growth opportunities within an established and expanding design-build company

• Exposure to modern estimating software and digital takeoff technology

• Collaborative team environment with experienced design, operations, and field professionals

• Stable pipeline of high-end residential projects

Why You'll Love It Here

• The Todd Group has been designing and building award-winning outdoor spaces since 1975.

• Work alongside experienced designers, project managers, procurement specialists, and construction professionals.

• Be part of a company that values quality workmanship, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Contribute to projects from the planning stage through execution while helping improve estimating processes and procurement standards.

• Join an organization committed to long-term employee growth and operational excellence.

Your New Role

• Prepare detailed project estimates using landscape, civil, and architectural plans

• Perform quantity takeoffs and verify project information as needed

• Develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and project logistics

• Use Sage Estimating and digital takeoff software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms

• Request and evaluate vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals

• Coordinate procurement planning and material buyouts

• Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and long-lead materials

• Support value engineering efforts and change order pricing

• Maintain estimating records, pricing databases, templates, and documentation

• Work closely with design, sales, procurement, and production teams to support successful project delivery

• Assist with job costing and continuous improvement of estimating processes

• 5 to 7 or more years of estimating experience in landscape construction, sitework, or a related construction trade

• Experience estimating residential or commercial construction projects

• High-end residential landscape construction experience is preferred

• Experience with digital estimating and quantity takeoff workflows

• Proficiency with Sage Estimating is preferred

• Experience using Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar software is preferred

• Familiarity with Sage 300 CRE is a plus

• Ability to read and interpret landscape, civil, and architectural plans and specifications

• Experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs, project budgets, and procurement plans

• Knowledge of landscape construction methods, sequencing, and material procurement

• Understanding of hardscape, planting, grading, irrigation, drainage, lighting, trucking, and specialty subcontractor scopes

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines effectively

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Detail-oriented with solid time management and documentation skills

• Ability to visit project sites when necessary

• Reliable daily commute to the Far Hills, New Jersey office

The Todd Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #yellow