Landscape Estimator

Fremont Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fremont Associates is seeking a talented Landscape Estimator in Chicago, Illinois. The role focuses on bidding and proposal generation for Landscape Construction Projects, including document review and subcontractor relations.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree with over 5 years of experience and must possess strong communication and organizational skills while being a reliable team player. Familiarity with estimating software and MS Excel is crucial.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as Landscape Estimator.
• 3+ years in bidding, RFP, RFI, and proposal writing.
• Proficient in estimating software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review documents and specifications for accuracy.
• Generate estimates for Landscape Construction Projects.
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors and clients.

Skills

Estimating software

MS Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer focus

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Our client a large full-service landscape provider offering design, construction and maintenance programs to residential, commercial, and government clients throughout Chicago.

Job Description

Seeking a talented person as a Landscape Estimator. This person will be responsible for a variety of duties focusing around bidding and proposal generation for Landscape Construction Projects.

Areas of focus will include:

• document review
• specification reading
• plan take-offs
• estimating
• purchasing
• subcontractor relations
• composing emails and correspondence
• field site visits
• spreadsheet and database work
• review and corrections

Qualifications

Associate Degree

5+ yrs of experience as Landscape Estimator

3+ Bidding, RFP, RFI and proposal writing

Estimating software, MS Excel

Customer centered and focused;

Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills

A go-getter and will do what it takes to get the job done right the first time

Team player

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.