Landscape & Construction Estimator – Growth & Bonuses

Landscaping by J Michael; Marshfield (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Performance-based bonuses

Training and professional development

Job summary

Landscaping by J. Michael, a trusted Eastern Massachusetts contractor, is seeking an experienced Landscape/Construction Estimator. This role turns plans into accurate estimates to drive winning bids and project delivery.

You’ll review plans, perform take-offs, and present cost breakdowns to teams and clients. Requirements include 3+ years of estimating in landscape or general construction, a related bachelor’s degree (preferred), CAD proficiency, and experience with Bluebeam/RSMeans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction, site work, or general construction
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
• Strong proficiency with CAD and other construction/design software
• Experience using Bluebeam and RSMeans (or similar estimating tools)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans, and technical documents
• Familiarity with construction codes, regulations, and compliance standards
• Strong knowledge of estimating, bidding, and construction scheduling processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Identifying and pursuing bidding opportunities to support company growth
• Reviewing plans, drawings, and specifications to develop detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates
• Preparing clear and organized project cost breakdowns and presenting them to internal teams and clients
• Explaining estimates, assumptions, and scope details to clients and answering pricing-related questions
• Collaborating closely with internal teams, landscape architects, clients, general contractors, and subcontractors to refine scopes and pricing
• Tracking actual project costs against estimates to evaluate performance and improve future accuracy
• Helping improve estimating processes by incorporating historical data and lessons learned
• Supporting additional related tasks as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering / Architecture

Tools

CAD

Bluebeam

RSMeans

Microsoft Office

Job description

Landscaping by J. Michael, a trusted Eastern Massachusetts contractor, is seeking an experienced Landscape/Construction Estimator. This role turns plans into accurate estimates to drive winning bids and project delivery.

You’ll review plans, perform take-offs, and present cost breakdowns to teams and clients. Requirements include 3+ years of estimating in landscape or general construction, a related bachelor’s degree (preferred), CAD proficiency, and experience with Bluebeam/RSMeans.