Project Manager Estimator
Job Summary
About Peak Landscape
Peak Landscape Inc. is a commercial landscape company serving the Oregon and Washington markets. We operate across seven service divisions Maintenance Enhancement Tree Care Irrigation Plant Health Care Snow & Ice and Construction and were growing fast. If youre driven detail-oriented and take pride in delivering on your commitments youll thrive here.
Position Overview
Were looking for an experienced Landscape Project Manager/Estimator who can own a project from proposal to punch list. This is a dual-role position: youll be out estimating new work and managing the execution of projects you win. You need to be equally comfortable reading a set of plans and talking to a property manager.
What Youll Do
- Estimate landscape enhancement construction and improvement projects ranging from $5K to $500K
- Develop detailed proposals including scope materials labor subcontractor costs and project timelines
- Manage awarded projects from kickoff through completion including scheduling crew coordination and subcontractor oversight
- Serve as the primary client contact during project execution communicating clearly proactively and professionally
- Conduct site walks and property assessments to identify scope and uncover opportunities
- Coordinate with division leads Account Managers and field crews to ensure smooth project handoffs
- Track project budgets hours and material costs against estimates; identify and communicate variances early
- Assist with bid strategy and go/no-go decisions on larger opportunities
- Maintain accurate project records in Aspire (our operations platform)
Required:
- 5 years of commercial landscape experience with at least 2 years in an estimating or project management role
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate competitive bids on landscape enhancement and/or construction projects
- Strong customer-facing communication skills written and verbal
- Ability to read and interpret landscape plans blueprints and specifications
- Proficiency with estimating software and/or CRM tools (Aspire experience a plus)
- Valid drivers license with clean driving record
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred:
- Experience in commercial landscape maintenance environments (understanding of ongoing account context)
- Irrigation and/or tree care estimating experience
- Familiarity with the Portland or Seattle commercial real estate market
- OLCA NALP or other industry association involvement
- Competitive base salary performance incentives tied to project margin
- Full benefits package (medical dental vision)
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
- Tools and technology to do your job well (Aspire mobile access estimating resources)
- A leadership team thats growing intentionally and investing in the right people
- Clear path for advancement as we scale
Required Skills:
Required: 5 years of commercial landscape experience with at least 2 years in an estimating or project management role Demonstrated ability to produce accurate competitive bids on landscape enhancement and/or construction projects Strong customer-facing communication skills written and verbal Ability to read and interpret landscape plans blueprints and specifications Proficiency with estimating software and/or CRM tools (Aspire experience a plus) Valid drivers license with clean driving record Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Preferred: Experience in commercial landscape maintenance environments (understanding of ongoing account context) Irrigation and/or tree care estimating experience Familiarity with the Portland or Seattle commercial real estate market OLCA NALP or other industry association involvement