Senior Estimator - Landscape & Hardscape, Employee-Owned

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. in Orange, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead our Estimating Department.

This supervisory role focuses on commercial landscape and hardscape projects, with accountability for accurate and profitable bids and bid turnover packages. You will analyze blueprints, prepare detailed cost estimates, maintain databases, and mentor junior estimators while coordinating with operations and business development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in landscape, hardscape, or commercial construction.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, scopes, labor, and material costing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software (MEP preferred).
• Associate’s degree preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Estimating Department, ensuring 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.
• Coordinate with Business Development on bid schedules, strategy, and handoff.
• Lead pre-bid meetings and collaborate with operations teams for constructability input.
• Provide regular updates on departmental performance, hit rates, and pipeline.

Skills

5+ years estimating

Blueprint interpretation

Microsoft Office

Estimating software (MEP)

Driver's license

Bilingual English/Spanish orVietnamese

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MEP software

Job description

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

This supervisory role focuses on commercial landscape and hardscape projects, with accountability for accurate and profitable bids and bid turnover packages. You will analyze blueprints, prepare detailed cost estimates, maintain databases, and mentor junior estimators while coordinating with operations and business development.