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Estimator - Landscape Construction

BrightView Landscapes

Boston, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$115,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Architectural Services, Business Development, Cellular Telephone, Communication Skills, Construction Estimates, Construction Projects, Copying Machines, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Landscaping, Laptop PC, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Resolve Customer Issues, Spanish Language, Time Management, Value Engineering, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

Job Summary

  • The Estimator reviews plans and prepares bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare organized estimates and proposals for landscape, civil, and site construction projects using all necessary project documents including, but not limited to, architectural plans, specifications, RFI’s and bulletins/addenda as well as attend site visits.
  • Perform takeoffs from plans and specifications for hardscape, planting, soils, irrigation, and site furnishings
  • Structure estimate accounting for labor required, material defined or undefined by project, schedule and logistics.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to establish appropriate production rates and define the most competitive source of material or subcontracted work.
  • Identify any discrepancies or ambiguity within the plan documents and submit RFI’s to resolve.
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure scope and labor compliance.
  • Engage in project reviews with the Preconstruction Manager to finalize proposals.
  • Identify constructability challenges, phasing efficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Develop clear scope letters with qualifications, exclusions, and value engineering notes.
  • Become the subject matter expert on projects and be able to respond to client needs in collaboration with the Business Developer.
  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously and revise projects as new information is received.
  • Research new materials, systems, and methods suited for urban infrastructure, waterfronts, and green roofs.
  • Build lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  • Upon award of projects, prepare documentation to present to the project management teams internally.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
  • Prior experience in the landscaping industry, with estimating and managing landscape and irrigation projects
  • Experience with HCSS
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Customer service experience
  • Proficiency with On-Screen Take-Off
  • Strong work ethic with the ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and perform in a fast-paced environment
  • Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Physical Demands/Requirements:

  • Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, a cell phone, and printers/copiers
  • Position is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of time

Work Environment:

  • This role works in an indoor office work environment.

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Compensation Pay Range:

$80,000.00 to $115,000.00

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.

About the Company

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BrightView Landscapes