What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Estimator position at Rocky Mountain Landscaping?
Position Title: Estimator
Position Overview
The estimator is an experienced, forward-thinking professional who owns the estimating process and is responsible for producing timely and accurate estimates for the installation, maintenance, and snow divisions. The position requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, logical cause and effect thinking, ability to create and follow processes, prioritizing and working within deadlines, and a high degree of accountability.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret drawings and specifications and prepare estimates accordingly.
- Prepare proposal, drawings and supporting documentation for sales associate.
- Prepares job file contents including – work order, drawings, details, specifications, site photos/maps, PO’s, permits/approvals, subcontractors, equipment and other resources, update estimate status as needed.
- Sets up jobs in Jobtread for proper tracking and billing.
- Participates in transition meeting to transition sold jobs to production.
- Communicates with sales and production to ensure efficient completion of all jobs.
- Communicates with finance to ensure proper estimate/invoicing of all jobs. Proper recording and costing of change orders, T&M items, allowances.
- Prepares and processes change orders.
- Reviews job cost and production reports to ensure production rates and material calculations are accurate; investigates and adjusts as needed.
- Maintains estimating system and related components.
- Develops and documents estimating SOPs to ensure accurate and timely estimating
- Supports the company’s mission, goals, and strategies.
- Assists with other duties for the good of team members and the company.
Experience and Qualifications
- Working knowledge of construction practices used in landscape design/build/maintenance. (preferred)
- Reading/interpreting construction documentation including plan sets, detail drawings, specifications, grading/elevations, measuring and takeoffs. (required)
- Candidate must be proficient in the use of computers and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Word and Excel. (required)
- Working knowledge of estimating, project management, and ERP software (highly preferred)
- Candidate must have excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail. (required)
- Two- or four-year degree in landscape, horticulture, construction, or related field, plus two years’ experience as an estimator in the landscape, horticulture, construction, or related industry. (preferred, but prefer experience over education)
- Two years estimating experience in landscape, horticulture, or construction. (highly preferred).
Preferred Skills
- Strong oral and written communication
- High degree of organization
- Close attention to detail
- Ability to multitask.
Rocky Mountain Landscaping Core Values
1. Accountability: Do what you say you will do, when and how you say you will do it. Communicate early and often with clarity and detail. NO surprises! Do what is right even when no one is looking. Always operate with safety in mind.
2. Quality: Be respectful, courteous, and professional. Strive for excellence. Always be better tomorrow than we were today. Focus on the details. Details matter!
3. Teamwork: All for One, One for All! When someone needs help, offer support. We win, lose and learn as a team. Always take the time to teach and learn.
4. Swing the Hammer: Focus your effort to hit the nail on the head. Plan the work, then work the plan. Do whatever it takes to get the job done right. Always use the right tool for the task.
***IT WOULD BE A PLUS IF APPLICANT IS ABLE TO TAKE ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT ROLES IN ADDITION TO ESTIMATING RESPONSIBILITIES.
Additional Application Instructions:
Please submit cover letter, salary requirements & resume to office@rmlwyo.com for consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Profit sharing
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Location:
- Cheyenne, WY 82001 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cheyenne, WY 82001 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cheyenne, WY 82001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000