Landscape Installation Estimator | Bids & Value Engineering

Ruppert Landscape; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program

People-first culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape seeks an Estimator – Landscape Installation in Manassas, VA. You will lead bid development, perform quantity take-offs, and coordinate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers. The role supports pre-construction budgeting and value engineering to ensure competitive, profitable proposals.

You will work with internal teams to refine bid strategy, review project costs, and participate in pre- and post-job reviews to drive successful outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication, coordination, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with bidding, take-offs, and cost estimation processes.
• Familiarity with subcontractor pricing and supplier quotes.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and project cost reporting.
• Experience with estimating software preferred but not required.
• Must be capable of managing multiple bids and deadlines.
• Entry level candidates considered with relevant enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specs to define project scopes and bid packages.
• Manage estimating workflow to deliver complete proposals on time.
• Perform quantity take-offs and enter data into estimating software.
• Set target profit margins aligned with pricing guidelines.
• Evaluate subcontractors and suppliers for each project.
• Solicit quotes for hard materials and site furnishings.
• Support pre-construction with budgeting and value engineering.
• Present bids to Branch and Region Managers for approval.

Skills

Plan reading & specs

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Professional image

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Ruppert Landscape seeks an Estimator – Landscape Installation in Manassas, VA. You will lead bid development, perform quantity take-offs, and coordinate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers. The role supports pre-construction budgeting and value engineering to ensure competitive, profitable proposals.

You will work with internal teams to refine bid strategy, review project costs, and participate in pre- and post-job reviews to drive successful outcomes and customer satisfaction.