Landscaping Estimator & Designer - Gothic Landscape, Inc.

At Gothic Landscape, we are about delivering extraordinary customer service, building authentic relationships not only with our clients, but with our teams. With ingenuity, vision and dedication, we transform landscapes that become the places people play, work and live. As the largest family-owned and operated landscaping company in the nation, we never forget why we do what we do… and who makes it all possible. Together, we create something unique that keeps on growing year after year.

Landscape Estimator & Designer will satisfy client requests to renovate and enhance the appearance, usefulness, and sustainability of commercial properties. Designs should incorporate cost-effective strategies, water use reduction and sustainability initiatives while enhancing curb appeal. Project sites range from large-scale class A office campuses to industrial facilities and retail centers.

This position will be based in Santa Clara, but will require daily field travel throughout the Bay Area.

*RESPONSIBILITIES of a Landscape Estimator & Designer will include, but not limited to:

• Design, estimate and proposal generation, to include but not limited to:
  • Tenant improvements (entries, monuments, courtyards, amenity areas)
  • Turf conversion designs and proposals, budgets and phasing strategies
  • Resolve minor issues with drainage, paving, retaining walls, etc.
  • Design imaging, ROI calculations
• Project coordination for successful execution of approved projects, hand-off to install team.
  • Coordination with current landscape designers to understand current practices and develop current systems
• Collaboration with Branch and Account Managers to target approved budgets and pipeline revenue streams, which includes:
  • Attending weekly construction meetings at select branches
  • Developing client budgets

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*SKILLS & EXPERIENCE that are necessary as Landscape Estimator & Designer will include, but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required in a related field such as: Environmental Design, Horticulture, Environmental Science and Sustainability, etc
• Experienced in estimating, designing and developing proposals
• Excellent analytical skills, communication skills, creativity, problem-solving skills, technical skills and visualization skills
• Horticultural knowledge of common plant varieties and their use in the landscape.
• Understanding of irrigation systems, drainage, and common hardscape products.
• Sound time management and organizational skills with a strong work ethic
• Strong interpersonal verbal & written skills with the ability to successfully collaborate with internal partners and external clients

Perks and pluses:

• Healthcare benefit program & 401K match program
• Paid holidays with paid vacation & sick leave
• Company paid take home vehicle, fuel card, cell phone & laptop
• Fun and fast-paced working environment with a great work-life balance
• Paid training/certification and career advancement
• Gothic’s company culture fosters growth, inspires longevity and rewards mutual loyalty

SALARY RANGE:

• $75,00 - $95,000 per year (specific compensation may vary based on overall skills, experience and location)
• Annual Bonus potential (specific compensation may vary based on overall branch & individual performance)

Here at Gothic Landscape, we believe that your success is our success. The only thing missing is YOU. Apply Today!

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