Landscape Construction Estimator - Takeoffs & Bids

Oakridge Landscape, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Oakridge Landscape, Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator to support bid preparation in Valencia, CA. You will review plans, assemble takeoffs, obtain quotes, and input data into estimating software.

We value strong communication, proficiency with Word/Excel, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced estimating environment. This full-time role reports to the Chief Estimator and pays hourly with benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years of experience in construction or related field.
• Proficient in reading construction drawings.
• Able to gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data for bid use.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, general conditions, schedules, scopes of work, site logistics and other exhibits.
• Prepare organized and complete takeoffs.
• Request and obtain quotes from multiple vendors and sub-contractors.
• Enter takeoff information and quotes into estimating software.
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine value engineering.
• Draft proposal documents.

Skills

Reading drawings

Takeoff data for bids

Oral & written communication

Microsoft Word & Excel

Prioritize & multi-task

On-Screen Takeoff

Estimating software

Construction management knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction management background or higher education

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff software

Job description

Oakridge Landscape, Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator to support bid preparation in Valencia, CA. You will review plans, assemble takeoffs, obtain quotes, and input data into estimating software.

We value strong communication, proficiency with Word/Excel, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced estimating environment. This full-time role reports to the Chief Estimator and pays hourly with benefits.