Senior Estimator

Marina Landscape; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Marina Landscape, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead our Estimating Department in Orange, CA.

This role focuses on supervising bid development, analyzing blueprints, and coordinating with operations to ensure accurate and profitable estimates for commercial landscape and hardscape projects. The Senior Estimator will refine cost data, manage subcontractor quotes, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with Business Development on bid strategy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience in landscape, hardscape, or commercial construction.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and cost labor/materials.
• Proficient with MS Office and estimating software.
• Valid driver’s license; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Estimating Department to ensure quality and profitability.
• Analyze blueprints and scopes to determine project requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain production rates and cost databases.
• Coordinate with Bid/Operations teams on schedules and handoff.
• Present bid proposals and manage subcontractor selection and pricing.

Skills

Estimating experience

Team leadership

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MEP estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marina Landscape, Inc. provides a family atmosphere where each of its team members are valued, and their ideas heard. Marina Landscape is 100% employee-owned, our employees share as the company grows and prospers. Join Marina Landscape, Inc. and become an owner!

Senior Estimator

Marina Landscape, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead our Estimating Department in Orange, CA. This is a supervisory-level role ideal for someone with a strong background in commercial construction, landscape, and hardscape estimating who’s ready to grow within a well-established company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Estimating Department, ensuring all bids meet quality and profitability standards
• Review bid turnover packages for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work to determine project requirements
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor quotes
• Develop and maintain accurate production rates and cost databases
• Manage and update estimating tools and company-specific software (e.g., MEP)
• Coordinate with Business Development on bid schedules, strategy, and handoff
• Evaluate final bid proposals for completeness and alignment with company goals
• Ensure bid projects are properly entered and tracked in company systems
• Lead pre-bid meetings and collaborate with operations teams for constructability input
• Identify cost trends and provide solutions to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency
• Oversee the selection and negotiation of subcontractors and vendors
• Train, supervise, and evaluate junior estimators and support staff
• Provide regular updates and reporting on departmental performance, hit rates, and pipeline
• Support internal departments by providing cost data and historical pricing analysis
• Maintain compliance with company estimating standards, policies, and procedures
• Continuously improve estimating procedures to reduce discrepancies and increase win rates
• Attend job walks, client meetings, and post-bid debriefs as necessary
• Provide exceptional internal and external customer service through timely and accurate communication

Requirements:

• 5+ years of estimating experience in landscape, hardscape, or commercial construction
• Strong understanding of blueprints, scopes, labor, and material costing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, estimating software (MEP preferred)
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Bilingual English/Spanish or Vietnamese is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-performing team in a company with strong growth potential
• Work on a variety of exciting commercial and landscape projects
• Competitive pay and supportive company culture

Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $80,000-$115,000

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute: Orange, CA 92868 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Marina Landscape, Inc. provides a family atmosphere where each of its team members are valued, and their ideas heard. Marina Landscape is 100% employee-owned, our employees share as the company grows and prospers. Join Marina Landscape, Inc. and become an owner!