
Construction Estimator
brightview.com, Tucker, GA, United States
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Construction Estimator
Location: Tucker, GA, United States
Date Posted: Jan 5, 2026
Req number: JR10228
Job Type: Regular Full Time
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Job Summary
* The Project Estimator is responsible for preparing comprehensive cost analyses and estimates related to materials labor, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead associated with project installations. This role plays a key part in supporting the branch's sales and pre-construction efforts by ensuring accurate, competitive, and timely project estimates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Lead and facilitate the weekly Sales and Estimating Meeting, reviewing the bid schedule with the Branch Manager, Project Estimating Team, and Business Developer.
* Attend all Pre-Job "Turnover/Kickoff" meetings and weekly Staff Meetings with other departments and middle managers.
* Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring effective planning and coordination for upcoming work.
* Participate in all Design-Build projects, providing budget estimates or Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) projections as needed.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Estimators to ensure consistent performance and professional growth.
* Utilize standard estimating software to prepare and present data to management.
* Gather, calculate, and compile takeoff data to support bid proposal estimates.
* Perform plan takeoffs, spreadsheet data entry, and detailed analysis of project plans, specifications, and construction details.
* Conduct cost analyses, including material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead expenses.
* Prepare quantity and labor estimates and obtain subcontractor pricing; develop estimates where no predetermined standards exist.
* Partner with the Branch Manager and Head of Pre-Construction to prepare and review project estimates for completeness and accuracy.
* Ensure all bids include a scope letter with qualifications and exclusions specific to each project.
* Evaluate project documents for constructability and value engineering opportunities.
* Maintain up-to-date pricing information from suppliers and subcontractors.
* Analyze bids for competitiveness, margins, and closure strategies.
* Develop and maintain resource databases for products, vendors, subcontractors, and regulatory requirements.
* Support the overall goals and objectives of both local and regional teams.
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Horticulture, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or related field preferred
* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in estimating or pre-construction
* Familiarity with On-Screen-Takeoff (OST) and HCSS preferred.
* Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook); experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera Construction Scheduling software.
* Demonstrate strong work ethic and attention to detail.
* Effective oral and written communication skills
* Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
* Proven customer service and relationship management skills
* Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
Physical Demands/Requirements:
* Constant operation of a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, a cell phone, and printers/copiers
* Position is sedentary; must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of time.
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.
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.
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