Estimator Utah

ESTIMATOR

An experienced Estimator is needed to manage the full bid process for commercial landscape projects ranging from $100K to $5M. The role involves takeoffs, pricing, proposal submission, and coordination with project management and operations teams to secure profitable work.

Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 (depending on experience)

Health benefits, PTO, holidays, and additional perks discussed during the interview process.

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans, blueprints, and specifications for commercial landscape and hardscape projects.
• Develop accurate and competitive project estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Manage the full bid process from RFP receipt through proposal submission and follow-up.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Coordinate with project managers and operations to align estimates with field execution realities.
• Maintain and update the company’s unit cost database and bid templates.
• Track bid outcomes (won/lost) and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating accuracy.
• Attend pre-bid walkthroughs, site visits, and project kickoff meetings as needed.
• Assist in identifying and qualifying new bid opportunities aligned with company growth targets.
• Participate in regularly scheduled estimating and operations review meetings.
• Support business development activities including relationship building with GCs and owners.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Landscape Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• 3–7 years of estimating experience in commercial landscape, hardscape, site work, or a related construction trade.
• Candidates with strong field experience in landscape or site-work construction who have transitioned into estimating will also be considered.

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

• Strong understanding of commercial landscape and hardscape construction (e.g., concrete pavers, rock walls, site concrete, irrigation, and softscapes).
• Proficiency in performing quantity takeoffs from construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with estimating software (Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Buildertrend, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret civil, landscape, and architectural plans/blueprints.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and proficiency in unit cost analysis and job costing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; professional presence with clients and general contractors.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Fluency in English required; fluency in Spanish desirable.
• Current Utah Driver’s License required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and project management tools.

An SLG Estimator is primarily an office-based role with regular site visits required for pre-bid walkthroughs and project kickoff meetings. Physical requirements include the ability to navigate active construction sites, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required.

Candidates whose skills, knowledge, and experience most closely match the role requirements will be contacted.