Senior Landscape Construction Estimator & Proposal Coordinator

Remote | Part-Time (20–30 Hours/Week) | Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

We are a residential Landscape Construction firm seeking a detail-driven, systems-oriented Senior Estimator who can independently perform quantity takeoffs and translate them into structured, client-ready proposals.

This is not a design-focused role.

This is not a coordination-only PM role.

This is a cost-control and margin-protection position for someone who builds estimates from first principles.

Based on our broader Construction Project Management scope , we are strengthening our estimating process to ensure:

• Accurate material and labor quantity takeoffs
• Validation of subcontractor quotes against internal quantities
• Prevention of scope gaps
• Clear alignment between estimates and client proposals
• Strong margin protection

You will work closely with our internal team to ensure that every proposal reflects a validated, quantity-driven cost model.

• Perform detailed takeoffs from landscape and hardscape plans (SF, LF, CY, etc.)
• Apply appropriate waste factors and production rate assumptions
• Develop internal cost build-ups using Excel
• Compare and validate subcontractor bids against internal quantity models
• Identify scope gaps or inconsistencies before proposals are issued

• Convert detailed takeoff-based estimates into structured, client-facing proposals
• Ensure scope language accurately reflects the underlying quantities
• Clearly define inclusions, exclusions, and allowances
• Preserve margin integrity during proposal formatting

• Support integration of approved change orders into cost tracking
• Maintain organized quantity sheets and estimate documentation
• Assist with internal cost reconciliation processes

• Proven experience performing construction quantity takeoffs (landscape, civil, or hardscape preferred)
• Experience with takeoff software (Bluebeam, Planswift, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.)
• Experience drafting proposals from detailed cost models
• Strong written English and structured communication skills

• You rely primarily on subcontractor lump-sum pricing
• You are primarily a 3D designer or visualization specialist
• You prefer informal or loosely structured workflows
• You are not comfortable defending your quantity assumptions

• Remote position
• 20–30 hours per week
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate

We value precision, accountability, and proactive communication. Deadlines are firm.

If you have a deep estimating discipline and a systems mindset, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.