Landscape Construction Estimator in Valencia, California at Oakridge Landscape Inc

Oakridge Landscape, Inc. is a privately held company that has been in business for over 40 years, in the commercial/residential landscape industry. With locations in Valencia, Chatsworth, Camarillo and Santa Maria, we serve clients from Los Angeles County to the Central Coast. While not the largest operator in the business, we set the standard for service to our customers. If you have the drive to be part of our fast-paced culture, see below for the current opportunity that exists on our team. Employment Type: Full Time Location: Valencia, CA Reports to: Chief Estimator

Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

The position of Estimator lies within our Estimating Department and plays a critical support role in the business development of our Landscape Construction business. Experience/Training

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-5 years of experience within the construction field or equivalent field experience
• Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings
• Ability to gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data for bid use
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Responsibilities

• Review plans, general conditions, schedules, scopes of work, site logistics and other exhibits
• Prepare organized and complete takeoffs
• Request and obtain quotes for all scope from multiple vendors and sub-contractors
• Enters takeoff information and quotes into estimating software
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine value engineering suggestions
• Draft proposal documents

Additional Skills

• Knowledge of plants and irrigation systems
• Proficient with On-Screen Takeoff software
• Construction management background or higher education on is a bonus

Contact: Jason Strauss JStrauss@Oakridgelandscape.net

28042 Avenue Stanford, Unit E, Valencia, CA 91355

Phone 661.295.7228

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000 - $58,000 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Work Location: In person