Estimator -Construction or Landscaping (On site)

Landscaping by J. Michael has been a trusted name in Eastern Massachusetts for over 40 years. We specialize in landscape construction, sports field development, and playground installation, working with municipalities, schools, and commercial clients as a full-service general contractor.

We’re looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Landscape / Construction Estimator to join our growing team. This role plays a key part in winning new work—helping identify opportunities, build accurate estimates, and support the company’s continued growth and strong project pipeline.

What You’ll Be Doing

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In this role, you’ll be at the center of our pre-construction and bidding process—turning plans into accurate, competitive estimates that help us win and deliver high-quality projects.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Identifying and pursuing bidding opportunities to support company growth
• Reviewing plans, drawings, and specifications to develop detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates
• Preparing clear and organized project cost breakdowns and presenting them to internal teams and clients
• Explaining estimates, assumptions, and scope details to clients and answering pricing-related questions
• Collaborating closely with internal teams, landscape architects, clients, general contractors, and subcontractors to refine scopes and pricing
• Tracking actual project costs against estimates to evaluate performance and improve future accuracy
• Helping improve estimating processes by incorporating historical data and lessons learned
• Supporting additional related tasks as needed

What We’re Looking For

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We’re looking for someone who understands construction from both the field and estimating side, and who can confidently build accurate, competitive bids.

• 3+ years of estimating experience in landscape construction, site work, or general construction
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Managemen...