Maldonado Nursery & Landscaping Inc. ยท 1 month ago
Landscape Estimating Manager
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelMaldonado Nursery & Landscaping, Inc. is a leading landscape service provider in South Texas, dedicated to delivering high-quality services to commercial and residential clients. The Estimating Manager will oversee the estimating process for landscape maintenance, enhancement, and irrigation projects, manage a small team, and collaborate with the sales team to ensure project profitability and align with company growth objectives.
ConstructionLandscapingResidential
Hiring Manager
Edson Zamora
Responsibilities
Lead the bid process from the initial Request for Proposal (RFP) to final presentation to senior leadership
Update and maintain bid schedule on a timely basis
Gather, calculate, and compile all take-off data to create bid proposal estimates
Review estimates for completeness and accuracy from start to finish and close out of the projects in a timely manner
Develop, review, and refine estimates for landscape maintenance, enhancements, and irrigation projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals on Gross Margin and Net Profits
Utilize and improve estimating software and tools to ensure efficiency and accuracy
Provide expert advice and support on enhancement and irrigation estimates to branch and account managers, including troubleshooting irrigation repairs and landscape construction estimates
Analyze and refine estimating processes to increase efficiency and scalability
Implement best practices in landscape maintenance and irrigation estimating, ensuring alignment with industry standards
Participate in project and bid reviews with senior leadership to ensure alignment with company profitability and growth strategies
Develop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc
Stay current on industry standards, contracts, and terms
Support the overall goal and objectives of the company
Provide insights and advice on cost-effective solutions, irrigation system improvements, and landscape construction best practices
Recruit, hire, and onboard talented estimators to ensure a high-performing team aligned with company values
Evaluate team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement
Conduct individual one on ones at least monthly with each estimator
Make recommendations and decisions regarding promotions, demotions, or role adjustments based on performance and business needs
Address underperformance promptly and effectively, including initiating disciplinary actions or terminations when necessary, in alignment with company policies
Develop and implement individual growth plans for each estimator, monitoring progress throughout the process
Attend meetings as required, providing expertise and knowledge in the topic of focus
Host meetings regularly and trainings as needed
Work at a fast-paced environment while consistently operating with a high sense of urgency
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in landscape maintenance estimating, with specific expertise in enhancements, irrigation repairs, and landscape maintenance
Proficiency in estimating software and tools (experience with Aspire preferred) as well as auto-measure platforms
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively advise and collaborate with managers at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail
Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team
Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in landscape maintenance and irrigation
Experience in a growth-oriented company or multi-branch organization
Preferred
Experience with Aspire estimating software
Company
Maldonado Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
With over 34 years of experience, Maldonado Nursery and Landscaping is one of the largest privately owned landscape and irrigation contractors in the state of Texas.
Founded in 1987
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Tucker
Chief Financial Officer
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