Construction Estimator

Description The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here. Job Summary * The Project Estimator is responsible for preparing comprehensive cost analyses and estimates related to materials labor, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead associated with project installations. This role plays a key part in supporting the branch's sales and pre-construction efforts by ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely project estimates. Duties and Responsibilities: * Lead and facilitate the weekly Sales and Estimating Meeting, reviewing the bid schedule with the Branch Manager, Project Estimating Team, and Business Developer. * Attend all Pre-Job "Turnover/Kickoff" meetings and weekly Staff Meetings with other departments and middle managers. * Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring effective planning and coordination for upcoming work. * Participate in all Design-Build projects, providing budget estimates or Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) projections as needed. * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Estimators to ensure consistent performance and professional growth. * Utilize standard estimating software to prepare and present data to management. * Gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data to support bid proposal estimates. * Perform plan takeoffs, spreadsheet data entry, and detailed analysis of project plans, specifications, and construction details. * Conduct cost analyses, including material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead expenses. * Prepare quantity and labor estimates and obtain subcontractor pricing; develop estimates where no predetermined standards exist. * Partner with the Branch Manager and Head of Pre-Construction to prepare and review project estimates for completeness and accuracy. * Ensure all bids include a scope letter with qualifications and exclusions specific to each project. * Evaluate project documents for constructability and value engineering opportunities. * Maintain up-to-date pricing information from suppliers and subcontractors. * Analyze bids for competitiveness, margins, and closure strategies. * Develop and maintain resource databases for products, vendors, subcontractors, and regulatory requirements. * Support the overall goals and objectives of both local and regional teams. Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Horticulture, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or related field preferred * Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in estimating or pre-construction * Familiarity with On-Screen-Takeoff (OST) and HCSS preferred. * Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook); experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera Construction Scheduling software. * Demonstrate strong work ethic and attention to detail. * Effective oral and written communication skills * Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. * Proven customer service and relationship management skills * Bilingual (Spanish) is 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 the 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. 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.

Created: 2026-04-02