Landscape Enhancement Design & Estimating Specialist

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The Enhancement Design/Estimator position is responsible for design, estimating, and production coordination for the Commercial Enhancement Department. This position is also responsible for various administrative and management functions, as well as other duties as directed by the Lead Designer.

Responsibilities - Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Design/Estimating

·      Work with Account Managers, Landscape Architects, and Clients in generating designs and estimates for enhancing existing properties.

·      Utilize the Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Teams, to communicate and collaborate on projects.

·      Design through Vectorworks, Adobe Photoshop, AI, and other software to create cutting-edge graphics for client presentations.

·      Create cost and time estimates for projects using BOSS LM.

·      Propose, estimate, and design for Bland Landscaping.  This work will primarily include enhancement sales for Commercial Grounds Management, but will also include some Estate Gardening, Installation and New Construction

·      Attend on-site meetings and conduct in-person site evaluations when necessary.

• Track job performance and gather feedback on the design and functionality of projects that have been installed.

Administration

·      Follow work order and purchase order procedures

·      Create crew files for production

·      Administer subcontract agreements for all sub work

·      Track job performance and gather feedback on the design and functionality of projects that have been installed.

Required Skills:

·      Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week

·      Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

·      Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns and other environmental risks

·      Adhere to Bland landscaping policy and procedures

·      Must have valid NC Driver’s license and maintain a good driving record

·      Position will require a criminal background check

·      Must have good organizational and communication skills

·      Must be able to work independently

·      Must have computer skills and be able to design, estimate and propose enhancements using computer software

     Must have horticultural knowledge of plants commonly used in the Southeast Region, the ability to determine existing site conditions, and the ability to specify appropriate plants