Landscape Estimator Preconstruction - Vancouver, Canada - Fossil Landscape Construction

Fossil Landscape Construction

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Fossil Landscape Construction is an award-winning company that specializes in the construction and maintenance of complex high-end residential landscapes. We are dedicated landscape professionals who are committed to leading the industry in quality construction and highly satisfied clients.

Fossil has been building Vancouver's most challenging and spectacular outdoor spaces for more than twenty years.

With projects located in Vancouver, West Vancouver, Whistler and Bowen Island, Fossil executes a broad range of complex exterior construction tasks to the highest degree of workmanship.

POSITION
Fossil Landscape Construction is seeking a highly motivated and experienced construction professional to lead our estimating and preconstruction activity.

This role is responsible for reviewing drawings, assessing project requirements, performing takeoffs, estimating various construction tasks and preparing proposals for residential landscaping projects.

Once project is secured, the individual will lead the preconstruction phase by finalizing material orders, coordinating subcontractors, developing project schedules and general planning before handing projects over to a Project Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyze landscape plans, drawings, specifications and other project documents to accurately determine overall project scope and requirements.
Attend design meetings and site visits to gather additional project information.
Complete quantity takeoffs from plans.
Develop accurate and detailed cost estimates of labour materials, equipment and other expenses.
Communicate with vendors, subcontractors and team members to obtain necessary information to complete estimates.
Coordinate with the project management team to ensure that proposals are prepared in a timely and accurate manner.
Lead preconstruction efforts, setting up projects for success before handing over to Project Management team.
Assist in the budget management and ongoing estimating of current construction projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in landscape construction estimating, preconstruction or project management.
Minimum of 3 years of field experience in landscape construction.
Strong knowledge of landscaping and construction practices, materials, and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret landscape plans, drawings, and construction specifications.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Keen attention to detail and operates with a sense of urgency and accountability.

BENEFITS:

Fantastic career opportunity. Play a key role in a highly respected, successful and growing company.
Competitive compensation that reflects the responsibilities of the role.
Eligible for Annual Bonus.
Extended Health Benefits dental, life and disability insurance.
Company Matching Savings Program.