Landscape & Hardscape Sales, Estimating, Project Management - $55,000-$65,000

Landscape & Hardscape Sales, Estimating, Project Management - $55,000-$65,000

For over 37 years, R&S Landscaping has provides Bergen County residents and businesses with grounds maintenance, design/build, irrigation, snow/ice removal, lighting and plant health care.

Our firm is comprised of a seasoned and diverse group of passionate and dedicated professionals.

Landscape & Hardscape, Estimating, Construction Manager- Job Description
Reports To: General Manager
Supervises: Landscape Construction Crew

Purpose: To generate sales and prepare estimates/proposals to ensure the construction meets annual and net sales goals, projects are completed on time, at accepted quality levels and within budget.

Works Closely With: General Manager & Property Managers

Meetings Responsible For: Weekly Construction Meeting

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years management experience
• 3 years field experience

• Experience as landscape estimator, construction estimator, landscape project manager, or estimating background is a plus.
• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production/Management

• Review plans with crew leader/foreman and designer to decide most efficient method to complete a project on time and within budget.
• Maintain accurate records on projects including job cost, change orders, crew travel time, installation time, material and daily job reports
• Plan, schedule and supervise daily/weekly production for assigned construction crew
• Locate, select & secure material as required for projects.
• Supervise daily construction projects & visit job site to review progress.
• Manage & schedule sub contractors
• Prepare accurate final job cost reports and final invoices
• Review and approve invoices from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor hourly costs and maintain minimum per hour target numbers.
• Monitor job cost and ensure that they are within budget.
• Assist other staff throughout the year as required

Sales and Customer Service

• Screen leads to determine client needs.
• Returns all calls same day as received.
• Develop relationships with current customers to foster new business.
• Prepare bid and proposals for client within five days of site visit.
• Ensure customer satisfaction.
• Resolve customer complaints concerning quality of plant materials, installation and change orders.
• Review final project invoices for accuracy.
• Collect deposits and balances from clients.
• Learn company programs and accurately estimate and sell enhancement, irrigation, and lighting projects.

Employee Performance Management & Development:

• Provide motivation, leadership, coaching, training, supervision & support staff
• Help staff develop within the company.

Shop, Vehicle, Materials, Equipment, and Yard Maintenance
Drive truck, manual transmission (stick-shift) vehicle
Operate transit, backhoe, trencher, demo saw
Keep manager truck clean and maintained

Training and Safety

• Adhere to and enforce all safety polices and procedures
• Wear company uniform and work boots at all times

Other

• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Landscape Construction/Estimating/Sales: 3 years (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• Associates Degree (Preferred)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.