Landscape Construction Jr Estimator

Junior Estimator

Crestview LandscapeSherman Oaks, CA

Build Your Career in Landscape Construction

Crestview Landscape is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Estimator to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial landscape construction while learning from experienced estimators on high-end custom landscape projects.

We're looking for someone who is organized, eager to learn, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about construction and want to develop your estimating skills while working on exciting projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing landscape, architectural, and civil plans to identify project scope.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using estimating software and company systems.
• Assist with preparing project budgets and competitive estimates.
• Request, organize, and compare vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) and track bid clarifications.
• Help organize estimating files and maintain complete bid documentation.
• Participate in site visits to better understand field operations, installation methods, and project logistics.
• Support value engineering and alternate pricing opportunities.
• Assist with project turnover to production following project award.
• Collaborate with estimators, project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients throughout the estimating process.
• Perform other estimating and preconstruction duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Organization & Time Management

• Effectively manages multiple assignments while maintaining organization and meeting deadlines.
• Maintains accurate and well-organized estimating documentation.
• Takes initiative by planning ahead and staying organized.

Accuracy & Attention to Detail

• Understands the importance of accurate quantities and project information.
• Reviews work carefully before submitting estimates or documentation.
• Pays close attention to details while continuously learning estimating best practices.

Initiative & Problem Solving

• Demonstrates a strong desire to learn and continuously improve.
• Takes ownership of assignments and follows through with minimal supervision.
• Maintains a positive attitude while adapting to changing priorities.

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicates professionally with coworkers, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
• Asks thoughtful questions and actively seeks feedback.
• Enjoys working collaboratively while supporting the estimating and production teams.

Qualifications

• Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related education preferred.
• Previous experience in construction, landscape construction, hardscape, civil/site development, project engineering, or estimating is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans is preferred or willingness to learn.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or similar software is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to build a career in estimating.

Why Crestview Landscape?

Crestview Landscape is a stable, growing company known for delivering exceptional custom landscape construction projects throughout Southern California. We believe in developing our employees through mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities for advancement. This role offers exposure to unique projects while providing a clear path for professional and financial growth.

This is a full-time, in-office position located in Sherman Oaks, California.

Schedule

Monday-Friday

7:00 AM-4:00 PM

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Opportunities for wage increases based on skill development and performance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Fair Chance & EEO Notice

Crestview Landscape is a Fair Chance employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This role requires a criminal background check due to job duties involving:

• Access to private and public work locations, including sensitive areas
• Operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, or hazardous materials
• Responsibility for client property, equipment, or secured work areas

All applicants will receive an individualized assessment of their conviction history before any employment decision is made.

Crestview Landscape provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any protected status under applicable laws.