Landscape Construction Jr Estimator
About The Position
Junior Estimator Crestview Landscape Sherman Oaks, CA Build Your Career in Landscape Construction Crestview Landscape is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial landscape construction while learning from experienced estimators on high-end custom landscape projects. We're looking for someone who is organized, eager to learn, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about construction and want to develop your estimating skills while working on exciting projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Organization & Time Management: Effectively manages multiple assignments while maintaining organization and meeting deadlines. Maintains accurate and well-organized estimating documentation. Takes initiative by planning ahead and staying organized.
- Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Understands the importance of accurate quantities and project information. Reviews work carefully before submitting estimates or documentation. Pays close attention to details while continuously learning estimating best practices.
- Initiative & Problem Solving: Demonstrates a strong desire to learn and continuously improve. Takes ownership of assignments and follows through with minimal supervision. Maintains a positive attitude while adapting to changing priorities.
- Communication & Teamwork: Communicates professionally with coworkers, vendors, subcontractors, and clients. Asks thoughtful questions and actively seeks feedback. Enjoys working collaboratively while supporting the estimating and production teams.
- Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related education preferred.
- Previous experience in construction, landscape construction, hardscape, civil/site development, project engineering, or estimating is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans is preferred or willingness to learn.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or similar software is a plus.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to build a career in estimating.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans
- Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or similar software
Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing landscape, architectural, and civil plans to identify project scope.
- Perform quantity takeoffs using estimating software and company systems.
- Assist with preparing project budgets and competitive estimates.
- Request, organize, and compare vendor and subcontractor quotations.
- Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) and track bid clarifications.
- Help organize estimating files and maintain complete bid documentation.
- Participate in site visits to better understand field operations, installation methods, and project logistics.
- Support value engineering and alternate pricing opportunities.
- Assist with project turnover to production following project award.
- Collaborate with estimators, project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients throughout the estimating process.
- Perform other estimating and preconstruction duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Opportunities for wage increases based on skill development and performance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
