Landscape Chief Estimator

Job Category: Full Time – Direct Hire Opportunity

Industry: Commercial Landscape Construction
Salary: $100,000 - $120,000/Year Benefits

ID: Indie

Are you a seasoned Estimator who can turn blueprints into profitable bids and successful projects? BBSI is proud to partner with a top-tier Commercial Landscape Construction company seeking a Chief Estimator to lead their estimating department and drive business growth.

This is your chance to take on a high-impact leadership role with a company known for its quality work across public works, commercial developments, and design-build projects. If you're ready to manage complex bids, mentor a strong team, and contribute to strategic growth, we want to hear from you.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Estimating & Bid Management

· Lead the preparation of accurate, detailed estimates and bid proposals for both public and private projects.

· Analyze landscape construction drawings and specs for constructability and pricing strategy.

· Perform quantity take-offs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost breakdowns.

· Oversee and review estimates developed by junior team members.

· Ensure all proposals meet compliance standards and profitability goals.

Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination

· Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.

· Request, evaluate, and negotiate competitive pricing from vendors and subs.

· Keep cost data and pricing libraries up to date with current market trends.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

· Supervise and mentor the estimating team, fostering a high-performance culture.

· Work closely with project management, accounting, and sales to ensure seamless project handoffs.

· Participate in pre-construction planning and internal strategy sessions.

Process Improvement & Reporting

· Create, maintain, and enhance estimating templates, procedures, and historical cost data.

· Track bid outcomes, analyze trends, and report metrics to senior leadership.

· Continuously improve estimating efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications & Experience

· 10 years of estimating experience in landscape or general construction.

· Proven success in estimating and securing commercial and public works projects.

· Experience managing full-cycle bids and mentoring junior estimators.

· Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).

· Experience with prevailing wage and Davis-Bacon projects is a plus.

· Strong blueprint reading skills — especially with grading, irrigation, planting, and hardscape.

· Proficiency in Bluebeam, OST, and MS Excel.

Benefits

· Full benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid time off, vacation, and sick pay

· Paid company vehicle, cell phone, and laptop

· Lead a talented team and make a direct impact on business growth.

· Competitive salary and opportunity to shape the estimating process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of landscape construction estimating experience do you have?
• How many years of experience do you have estimating and securing commercial and public works projects?
• What are your salary requirements?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000