Strategic Landscape Estimator & Project Lead

Artisan Core Holdings; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Landscaping Services, LLC is seeking a Landscaping Project Manager & Estimator to estimate and bid landscape installation projects and manage them from award to completion, coordinating crews and communicating with customers.

This role bridges sales/estimating with field operations, requires strong pricing judgment, scheduling, and travel across the Central Coast service area. Proficiency in Office tools and CAD/SketchUp is a plus; Spanish skills valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the landscaping industry, with direct responsibility for installation work and project management.
• Demonstrated experience estimating and bidding landscape installation projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate project estimates and bids for landscape installation work, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Perform detailed labor and materials pricing calculations, referencing current cost data and company pricing standards.
• Review project scope, site conditions, and customer requirements to develop competitive, profitable proposals.
• Prepare and present proposals, drawings, and design concepts to customers as needed.
• Own installation projects from award through completion, including scheduling, sequencing, and resource planning.
• Assign and direct crew tasking to ensure projects are staffed appropriately and progressing on schedule.
• Monitor project budgets and labor hours against estimates, flagging and addressing variances proactively.
• Coordinate materials ordering, deliveries, and subcontractor/vendor scheduling.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress and quality of work.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers during active installation projects.
• Provide regular project updates, manage expectations, and resolve issues or change orders promptly and professionally.
• Ensure a high standard of customer service throughout the project lifecycle, supporting long-term client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Estimating & bidding

MS Office

Google Workspace

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Verbal / written communication

Tools

Jobber

LMN

Aspire

Adobe CAD

SketchUp

ChatGPT

Claude

Job description

PM Landscaping Services, LLC is seeking a Landscaping Project Manager & Estimator to estimate and bid landscape installation projects and manage them from award to completion, coordinating crews and communicating with customers.

This role bridges sales/estimating with field operations, requires strong pricing judgment, scheduling, and travel across the Central Coast service area. Proficiency in Office tools and CAD/SketchUp is a plus; Spanish skills valued.