Estimator - Construction at IKON Landscape

People Solutions Center•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

IKON Landscape is a premier landscaping company specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-quality outdoor spaces for high-end residential properties. Known for innovative, sustainable solutions and exceptional attention to detail, IKON has built a strong reputation for delivering beautiful, functional landscapes and outstanding client experience. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Landscape Construction Estimator who will do more than prepare accurate estimates, you'll play a key role in refining our estimating processes, improving efficiencies, and helping build a best-in-class preconstruction system. This role will support estimating for both high-end residential and commercial landscape construction projects, working closely with our Sales, Design, and Operations teams to deliver competitive, profitable proposals while continuously improving how we estimate and win work.

Requirements

2+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction or a related construction field.
Ability to read and interpret landscape, grading, irrigation, and construction plans.
Strong understanding of landscape materials, hardscape installation methods, and construction practices.
Experience with estimating software, spreadsheets, or takeoff programs such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, LMN, Aspire, or similar.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Google Workspace proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate cost estimates for landscape construction projects, including hardscape, irrigation, grading, drainage, and planting.
Identify opportunities to streamline estimating procedures and improve bid accuracy.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and project plans to perform detailed quantity takeoffs.
Develop labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material pricing for each proposal.
Work closely with Designers, Project Managers, and the Sales team to ensure estimates accurately reflect project scope.
Solicit and compare vendor and subcontractor pricing.
Maintain current pricing databases for labor, materials, and subcontractors.
Prepare alternate pricing, allowances, and value engineering options when requested.
Track bid results and participate in post-project reviews to continuously improve estimating accuracy.