Job description

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. – Victoria, BC

Senior Landscape Construction Estimator

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. is hiring an experienced Estimator to support our growing portfolio of commercial and residential landscape construction projects. This is a key role responsible not only for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates, but also for helping grow the business by fostering relationships with current and potential clients and building a strong pipeline of work.

We're looking for an experienced estimator with at least 5 years of proven estimating experience, preferably in landscape construction or a related construction trade.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for all phases of landscape construction projects including excavation, grading, hardscape, irrigation, planting, lighting, and site furnishings.

• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and take-offs using software such as PlanSwift or Bluebeam.

• Source pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate and competitive bids.

• Submit timely and professional bids; track and follow up on bid results.

• Collaborate closely with project manager, field teams, and finance to align budgets and schedules with project goals.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, developers, and other key partners.

• Proactively identify and pursue bid opportunities, RFQs, and negotiated projects to help grow revenue.

• Maintain and manage a pipeline of upcoming work, supporting business development strategies.

• Analyze post-project costs and performance to improve accuracy of future estimates.

• Support the company on their snow and anti ice -operations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating, preferably in landscape construction, civil works, or general construction.

• Strong understanding of landscape construction methods and materials.

• Proficient in digital estimating software such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or similar tools.

• Excellent reading and interpretation skills for construction drawings and specifications.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build client trust and represent the company professionally.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and analytical, with strong math and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and cloud-based tools (PDF markups, Excel spreadsheets)

• Experience using LMN software is an asset

• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.

Benefits:

• Quality work clothing

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits

• Life insurance

• Pre-built templates for estimating and established material/labor rates

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A supportive, friendly and safe work environment.

• Company Vehicle for use during company time.

• A supportive, friendly and safe work environment.

• Free Parking

Working Conditions :

• The Commercial Estimator will work primarily in an office environment but will need to conduct site visits as required to gather information for estimates.

Our Core Values

• Respect for Individuals

• Personal Accountability

• Quality of Work

• Safe Work Environment

• Peer support

• Client experience

Wages: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour, based on experience and preferred qualifications.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday