Construction Chief Estimator

Job Category: Full Time – Direct Hire Opportunity

Industry: Commercial Landscape Construction

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000/Year Benefits

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.