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POSITION: Estimator Manager in the Lawn care/Landscaping industry.
TYPE: Full time; Minimum 40 hours week; Mon - Fri; Day shift
LOCATION: Reno NV 89502
SALARY: $16.00 - $18.00 hr; Dependent on experience
BENEFITS: Workers Comp Insurance, Paid time off, Vacation
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. 3 years experience estimating, project management or related area.
2. High School Diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
3. Computer efficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet, able to type approximately 30 wpm.
4. Keen eye for detail requirements of estimating and preparing proper bids. Understanding and
working knowledge of contractual legal language and able to present an effective sales
presentation (both written and verbal).
5. Able to operate multi-line telephone and two-way radio.
6. Valid drivers license required.
7. Reliable transportation is required.
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for producing accurate & timely bid estimates. Primary focus is on landscaping estimates but will also include irrigation, lighting, commercial/residential maintenance projects and snow removal operations. Perform all aspects of bidding process, including measuring properties, reviewing invitations to bid, pre-site inspections, frequent customer contact to discuss projects and make changes. Prepare submittal packages, execute take-offs, etc. Accurately records and meets the budgeted estimating man-hours required to generate an estimate on all assigned jobs. Communicates within department as appropriate. Secure and manage suppliers in conjunction with production staff for all products and services the project will require. Negotiate with suppliers to the lowest possible price without creating adversarial relationships that could affect quality or on-time delivery. Post Installation: arrange inspections, submit warranty reports, coordinate efforts to obtain landscape management and/or seasonal color agreements with customer, monitor payment and/or collection needs, perform landscape and irrigation walk-throughs, and perform periodic visual inspections of property to ensure appropriate customer maintenance occurs. Represents Company at various events, organizations and associations for the purpose of building relationships that lead to new business. Acts in capacity of Company representative and develops community ties to enhance public image and brand of the Company. Maintains positive relations with other companies in the industry and related industries. Participates in various industry associations to increase knowledge of marketplace, sales opportunities, the competition, selling techniques and best practices. Continuously sources for new products and/or vendors capable of advancing company goals. Ensures new products or vendors are qualified, tested and/or approved to be reliable before utilizing.