Senior EstimatorMarina Landscape, Inc. is seeking an experienced
Senior Estimator to lead our Estimating Department in Orange, CA. This is a supervisory-level role ideal for someone with a strong background in commercial construction, landscape, and hardscape estimating who's ready to grow within a well-established company.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage the Estimating Department, ensuring all bids meet quality and profitability standards
- Review bid turnover packages for accuracy and completeness
- Analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work to determine project requirements
- Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor quotes
- Develop and maintain accurate production rates and cost databases
- Manage and update estimating tools and company-specific software (e.g., MEP)
- Coordinate with Business Development on bid schedules, strategy, and handoff
- Evaluate final bid proposals for completeness and alignment with company goals
- Ensure bid projects are properly entered and tracked in company systems
- Lead pre-bid meetings and collaborate with operations teams for constructability input
- Identify cost trends and provide solutions to improve estimating accuracy and efficiency
- Oversee the selection and negotiation of subcontractors and vendors
- Train, supervise, and evaluate junior estimators and support staff
- Provide regular updates and reporting on departmental performance, hit rates, and pipeline
- Support internal departments by providing cost data and historical pricing analysis
- Maintain compliance with company estimating standards, policies, and procedures
- Continuously improve estimating procedures to reduce discrepancies and increase win rates
- Attend job walks, client meetings, and post-bid debriefs as necessary
- Provide exceptional internal and external customer service through timely and accurate communication
Requirements:- 5+ years of estimating experience in landscape, hardscape, or commercial construction
- Strong understanding of blueprints, scopes, labor, and material costing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, estimating software (MEP preferred)
- Associate's degree preferred
- Valid driver's license
- Bilingual English/Spanish or Vietnamese is a plus
Why Join Us?- Lead a high-performing team in a company with strong growth potential
- Work on a variety of exciting commercial and landscape projects
- Competitive pay and supportive company culture
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $80,000-$115,000
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute: Orange, CA 92868 (Required)
Work Location: In person
