Construction Estimator

Formerly The Greenery Landscape, has expanded and partnered to become Ruppert Landscape. Providing the same quality service and delivering a high class product in the Charleston, SC area.

Ruppert is a commercial construction company combined as a privately and employee owned specialty contractor. A multi-state presence with a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community

Responsibilities:

Manage estimating workflow to provide complete proposals before bid deadlines

Assist customers with technical information and pricing during pre-construction

Review plans and specifications to determine our scope of work and the most effective production methods

Define scopes of work for various trades and distribute subcontract bid packages

Recommend and review preferred subcontractors on each job to Project Managers

Solicit written quotes for hard materials and site furnishings

Submit plant lists to Purchaser to be sourced and priced

Complete plan take-off and enter bid information into the company’s preferred software program

Assign or propose profit margins based on current pricing guidelines

Review bids with Branch and Division Managers based on approval limits

Participate in pre-job and post-job meetings

Qualifications:

Ability to read and understand plans and specifications

Ability to build relationships with subcontractors and customers

Experience with Estimating Software desired

Strong oral and communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Basic understanding of business math and reporting

1 Year minimum experience preferred, but not necessary for entry-level candidates

What we provide:

Competitive salary

Medical benefits with dental and vision

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Flexible work/life balance

Family-oriented company culture

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.