Responsibilities:
· Prepare detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs including all labour, material and equipment costs
· Assist in meetings with clients and partners
· Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely fashion
· Co-ordinate subcontractor submissions, during the tendering process via phone in a professional and courteous manner
· Identify local subcontractors and suppliers, solicit quotes and prepare comparison sheets
· Co-ordinate field visits to qualify information
· Coordinating submission of tender documents
· Review RFP’s and contractual documents and prepare cost proposals and final tender documents for clients within given time frames
· Identify and evaluate risk mitigation strategies
· Post tender practice (manage files/submittal logs/material lists/drawings)
· Preparation of project binders – maintain all supporting documentation around estimates
· Tracking of site instruction and change orders
· Prepare shop drawings as required
· Complete project on time and under budget
· Presentable and professional at all times
· Good work ethic, punctual and dependable
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
· Completion of relevant college or university program preferably in Landscape Architecture
· Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
· Solid understanding of Landscape industry and materials
· Thorough understanding of industry practices, processes, standards and its impact on projects
· Able to interpret landscape drawings
· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to manage multiple tenders
· Accuracy in reporting is critical
· Must be detail-oriented
· Effective decision-making skills
· Strong organizational skills to handle multiple deadlines
· Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes
· Excellent time-management skills
· Great documentation and proof-reading skills
· Ability to be a visible team-player and have excellent interpersonal skills
· Able to assume responsibility and follow direction
· Familiar with the bidding process, self-motivated and strong negotiator
**Range of pay is based on experience
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.