Commercial Landscape Construction Estimator

Commercial Landscape & Irrigation Estimator /

Project Manager Company:

Rocky Mountain Landscaping, Inc.

Location:

Cheyenne, WY Job Type:

Full-time, On-site Compensation:

$85,000

• $120,000 per year, depending on experience, plus performance bonus

Experience Level:

Senior preferred; qualified mid-level candidates will be considerered. Company Overview Rocky Mountain Landscaping is a commercial landscape and irrigation contractor based in Cheyenne, WY. The company provides landscape construction and irrigation services for apartments, parks, schools, athletic fields, retail, etc. commercial projects.

• Position Summary The Estimator / Project Manager is responsible for preparing accurate commercial bids and managing awarded projects from contract through close-out.

The position combines pre-construction estimating duties with full project management responsibility, including budget control, scheduling, change order management, and client coordination. This role requires a candidate with substantial prior experience estimating and managing commercial subcontract work. Training will not be provided for fundamental estimating, takeoff, or project management functions.

• Primary Responsibilities
• Review commercial plans, specifications, and bid documents to identify scope, exclusions, and risk
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed estimates for landscape and irrigation work
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from material suppliers and specialty subcontractors
• Submit competitive, complete bid proposals to general contractors and owners
• Prepare project budgets, schedules, and submittal packages following award
• Manage assigned projects from buyout through final close-out
• Prepare, price, negotiate, and track change orders through approval and billing
• Maintain job cost tracking and produce monthly margin, billing, and forecast reports
• Coordinate with field crews, suppliers, general contractors, owners, and architects
• Attend pre-construction, progress, and OAC meetings as required
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, schedules of values, and lien releases
• Oversee project close-out activities, including punch list, final billing, and warranty handoff
• Required Qualifications
• Minimum five (5) years of experience estimating and/or managing commercial subcontract construction projects (landscape, irrigation, sitework, or comparable trade)
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret commercial construction plans and specifications
• Proven experience preparing and negotiating commercial change orders
• Working knowledge of commercial contract terms, schedules of values, and progress billing (AIA or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and a commercial takeoff or estimating platform (Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, HCSS, or equivalent)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Preferred Qualifications
• Estimating and project management experience specific to commercial landscape and/or irrigation
• Working knowledge of irrigation system design, plant material, hardscape, and landscape installation methods
• Compensation and Benefits
• Salary of $85,000
• $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus
• [Company vehicle or vehicle allowance]
• [Cell phone, laptop, and required software provided] A formal benefits package — including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan — is currently being implemented and is expected to be available to this position within approximately 90 days of hire.

This is a senior-level position requiring prior commercial estimating and project management experience. Training will not be provided for fundamental estimating, bidding, takeoff, or commercial project management functions.

• Application Instructions Qualified candidates should apply through Indeed with a current resume.

Applicants are encouraged to include a brief summary of representative commercial projects estimated and managed, including project type, scope, and contract value. Rocky Mountain Landscaping, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$85,000.00

• $120,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have estimating and/or project managing commercial subcontract construction projects? Is the majority of your estimating and project management experience on commercial projects, as opposed to residential? Have you personally written, priced, and negotiated commercial change orders from scope identification through approval? What is the largest single commercial project, by contract value, that you have personally estimated or managed? Do you have working experience with AIA-style progress billing, schedules of values, and lien waivers? Do you have estimating or project management experience specifically in commercial landscape, irrigation, or sitework trades? In two to three sentences, please describe your process for performing a quantity takeoff from a set of commercial construction plans. Are you currently located in or willing to commute daily to Cheyenne, WY and surrounding areas? Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

Work Location:

In person