Hybrid Landscape Estimator bei The Bruce Company

The Bruce Company is proud to be a local, family-run landscaping company that’s been in business for 70 years. We are passionate about achieving incredible results for our customers and offer an exciting and collaborative company culture where our employees grow along with our company. 

We are currently seeking a Landscape Estimator with Estimating or Entry Level Project Management experience working in the landscaping or construction industry. A degree in Landscape or Construction related fields is a plus. If you are dedicated to customer success and love the outdoors like we do, we’d like to meet you!

• Work/Life Balance: Weekly paychecks, year-round benefits, and an environment that champions your well-being.
• Team-Oriented Environment: Thrive in a collaborative workplace designed to help you succeed in your career.
• Skills Development: Diverse training opportunities that'll take your abilities to new heights and send your career soaring!
• Industry Leader: We are the best at what we do. We would love to have you on board.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Site Visits & Data Collection: Perform site visits and gather necessary data as directed.
• Project Estimates: Create project estimates using internal systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work with the sales and design team to ensure production staff receive high-quality project plans, delivering results that meet customer expectations.
• Customer Meetings: Occasionally meet with customers on-site to review project specifics and ensure alignment.
• Communication: Respond promptly to communications from clients and co-workers to maintain smooth operations.
• Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service, following up with clients and co-workers to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Problem-Solving: Analyze horticultural and landscape problems, determining and implementing appropriate solutions.
• Proposal Creation: Provide accurate estimates and proposals to the sales team for requested projects.
• Safety: Follow company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Renewals & Submittals: Assist the Landscape Maintenance Sales team with renewing recurring projects and support the Commercial Sales team with new project submittals.

Working Conditions

• Indoor & Outdoor Work: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, adapting to various environmental conditions.
• Office Conditions: Exposure to standard office conditions, including heating, air conditioning, and computer operation.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Effective communication and interaction in a positive manner with all company personnel, regulatory agencies, customers, consultants, and other contractor personnel are required. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed.

Education, Certification, and License

• Degree Requirements: Associate Degree in Landscape or Construction-related fields OR working towards a Bachelor's Degree in a Landscape or Construction-related field.

Experience 

• Industry Experience: Previous experience in the Landscape or Construction industries is preferred.

Specific Requirements

• Customer Relations: Proven success in cultivating and managing customer relationships and providing exceptional customer service.
• Proposal & Contract Creation: Knowledge of proposal and contract creation processes.
• Technical Skills: Ability to learn new relevant computer programs and tools.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the landscape industry is helpful.
• Design Skills: Ability to conceptualize, design, and graphically express design concepts.
• Project Management: Ability to manage and schedule workload within project timetables.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, communicating with diverse personalities and workstyles.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Access.

Physical Requirements

• Activity Levels: Regularly stands, walks, sits, talks, and listens for long periods throughout the day.
• Physical Tasks: Squats, stoops, or kneels and lifts objects from the ground.
• Lifting: Occasionally lifts weights of up to 25 pounds.
• Reaching: Occasionally required to reach above shoulders.
• Fine Motor Skills: Vision and fine motor skills are required for computer use.

Job Specifications

• Position Type: This is a Full-time Year-Round Non Exempt position.
• Work Hours: Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (approximately 40-50 hours per week depending on the seasonal need).
• Peak Season: Saturday and some evening work required during peak season, or as needed.

Benefits

The Bruce Company offers a competitive salary, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, holidays, and more coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career.

Join our team of outdoor living experts and experience for yourself why many of our employees have chosen to make their life-long careers at The Bruce Company. Visit us at www.brucecompany.com to learn more.

The Bruce Company is proud to be an Affirmative-Action Equal Opportunity Employer.