Estimating Associate

Crestview Landscape•Sherman Oaks, CA

About The Position

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Associate Estimator is responsible for reviewing & evaluating plans, bid specifications, drawings and performing an accurate take off in a timely manner. Once the take-off is complete, the estimator will work with company approved vendors in obtaining accurate pricing for the materials. All costs for materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, and such are to be evaluated and based upon company guidelines and experience, used to generate a concise and professional bid. During this entire process, the estimator may have to converse with clients, visit jobsites, and collaborate with team members in the preparation of an accurate, professional, detailed, and timely proposal that meets the client’s objectives. Also, and at all times, customer service and a positive helpful disposition is critical and mandatory.

Requirements

Must be structured, organized, & detailed in their work as accuracy is paramount.

Nice To Haves

Prior estimating experience is a plus but not mandatory
Prior On Screen Take-off (OST) experience is a plus but not mandatory
Experienced using Excel software.
Prior AutoCAD software experience is a plus but not mandatory
Prior landscape experience is a plus but not mandatory

Responsibilities

Perform material / scope take offs from drawings and plans.
Communicate on a regular basis with clients in the development of their scope / proposal
Prepare and submit RFI’s for projects as required.
Organize all material and sub-contractor quotation to ensure quotes meet contract documents and align with buying the project out.
Analyze scope, drawings & specs & note issues, anomalies, or concerns (timing, site logistics, etc.)
Enter bid data into the Co.’s estimating spreadsheet & present to the senior estimator for review.
Analyze and strategize bids, competitors, margin, etc. to give the Co. it’s best chance to win the work.
Maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
Visit jobsites & evaluate site conditions, access, soils, grades, and logistics that will impact the bid $.
Ensure all documentation is clearly organization in estimating folder for turn over to production.
Review special proposal requirements with the Sales / Project Management.
Track all bid changes and addendums.
Assemble scope letter with qualifications and exclusions of each specific project.
Work on multiple projects / estimates at one time (multi-task)
Prepare value engineering options when required.
Ensure that all bid forms are completed and properly executed.