Construction Estimator

BrightView

Santa Ana, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,304–$90,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Santa Ana, CA
POSTED
28 days ago
Description


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Job Summary


+ The Estimator reviews plans and prepares bid information for commercial landscape and irrigation projects.


Duties and Responsibilities:


+ Gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data for use in bid proposal estimates

+ Leverage measurement technologies to produce more efficient and accurate takeoffs

+ Utilize standard estimating software and CRM tools to build and present accurate quotes

+ Develop estimates where predetermined standards are not available, using sound judgment and historical data

+ Analyze bids, competitors, margins, and closure rates to help shape winning strategies

+ Provide Operations with necessary details for successful job start-ups, including scope clarifications and production assumptions

+ Ensure estimates align with branch production capabilities, regional pricing strategy, and client expectations

+ Identify opportunities to streamline estimating processes and improve accuracy through data and feedback loops


Education and Experience:


+ Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Horticulture, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in estimating, preferably within the commercial landscaping or construction industry

+ Familiarity with estimating software; proficiency a plus

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

+ Strong work ethic and attention to detail

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills

+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

+ Customer service mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

+ Experience using CRM systems, particularly Salesforce

+ Bilingual proficiency (Spanish) is a strong plus


Physical Demands/Requirements:


+ Constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, photocopier, and computer printer

+ Position is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the time

+ Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur


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._


Compensation Pay Range:


$70,304 - $90,000


_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._

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