Landscape Construction Estimator

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent The Todd Group, an industry leader in high-end landscape design-build and estate management.

If you're an experienced construction estimator who enjoys building accurate project budgets, collaborating with operations teams, and contributing to the success of high-end residential projects, we'd like to hear from you.

What's in It for You?

• Annual salary: $85,000–$115,000, based on relevant experience and qualifications. Candidates at the top of the range should be plug-and-play estimators who can work independently with minimal training

• Full-time, year-round position

• Combined estimating and procurement responsibilities

• Opportunity to work on luxury residential landscape construction and outdoor living projects

• Career growth opportunities within an established and expanding design-build company

• Exposure to modern estimating software and digital takeoff technology

• Collaborative team environment with experienced design, operations, and field professionals

• Stable pipeline of high-end residential projects

Why You'll Love It Here

• The Todd Group has been designing and building outdoor spaces since 1975

• Work alongside experienced designers, project managers, procurement specialists, and construction professionals

• Be part of a company that values quality workmanship, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

• Contribute to projects from planning through execution while helping improve estimating processes and procurement standards

• Join an organization focused on employee development and operational excellence

Your New Role

• Work from the Far Hills, New Jersey office and visit project sites as needed

• Prepare detailed landscape construction estimates using landscape, civil, and architectural plans

• Perform quantity takeoffs and verify project information

• Develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and project logistics

• Use Sage Estimating and digital takeoff software such as Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or similar platforms

• Request and evaluate vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals

• Coordinate procurement planning and material buyouts

• Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and long-lead materials

• Support value engineering and change order pricing

• Maintain estimating records, pricing databases, templates, and documentation

• Collaborate with design, sales, procurement, and production teams to support successful project delivery

• Assist with job costing and continuous improvement of estimating processes

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• 3+ years of direct estimating experience in landscape construction, sitework, high-end residential construction, or design-build projects; candidates with 3–5 years of experience may be considered, while a seasoned, industry-specific estimating background is preferred

• Experience estimating landscape construction scopes such as hardscape, irrigation, drainage, outdoor living, and sitework

• Experience independently preparing detailed estimates and quantity takeoffs using digital estimating workflows

• Ability to read and interpret landscape, civil, and architectural plans and specifications

• Knowledge of landscape construction methods, sequencing, material procurement, and project budgeting

• Experience with Sage Estimating and On-Screen Takeoff preferred, but not required

• Experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar estimating and takeoff software preferred

• Familiarity with Sage 300 CRE is a plus

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines effectively

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and documentation

• Ability to visit project sites as needed

• Ability to work on-site in Far Hills, New Jersey

The Todd Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #green