Landscape Estimator - Are You Our Next Rockstar?

About the Company: Cornerstone Partners Horticultural Services Company (CPHort) provides an array of horticultural services in commercial and residential environments. Our Employee Relations Philosophy is based on the belief that the Company and its Employees constitute a partnership.

CPHort is seeking a proactive, high-energy performer with a relentless drive for accuracy and excellence. The ideal candidate isn't just an estimator; they're a strategic partner dedicated to ensuring our Sales and Production teams have the precise information they need to succeed. This role is for a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit who's ready to own their numbers and become a key driver of our company's mission.

Responsibilities:

As an Estimator, you are an essential part of our business. Your primary function is to serve our sales team by taking the information gathered by our Account Managers and Business Developers and turning it into a polished proposal, using our estimation software.

You will be expected to:

• Own the numbers, utilizing and maintaining digital systems for all estimation activities, including on-site measurements, material inventory, and cost analysis.
• Act as a strategic partner for Sales, Project Management, and Production, collaborating to ensure accurate job costing and the timely delivery of client solutions.
• Drive efficiency by preparing and formatting accurate service contracts and enhancement estimates for the sales team review.
• Master the details by working with design plans and site specifications to create a comprehensive list of all materials and item quantities required for projects.
• Be a proactive problem-solver by supporting the sales team with urgent material take-offs, digital photo documentation, and pricing for enhancement recommendations.
• Complete prospective site evaluations and post-inspections/Quality Control of completed Enhancement projects.
• Log job inspection digital photos, and complete job photo filing in client folders.
• Obtain non-responsive client survey results from Quality Control surveys (Maintenance & Snow/Ice services).
• Conduct Pre-Season & Post-Season Snow/Ice site conditions with digital documentation.
• Respond to new Prospect Leads and conduct initial site inspections.
• Prepare initial site evaluation reports (digitally documenting existing site conditions and inventory).
• Complete additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned by Account Managers and Integrators as deemed necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Fearless, lifelong learner with innovative thinking skills.
• Completion of post-secondary education (college, industry, or technical training).
• Plant, tree & shrub ID and Pest/Disease knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in digital tools, including photo editing, measuring, and estimating software.
• Ability to work closely with colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Speak, read & write English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related industry experience.
• CLT, CSP, and ASM certifications.
• Experience with digital measuring applications and CRM platforms.
• Experience with design software (e.g., PRO Landscape 3D, U-Vision, Photoshop, CAD).
• Speak, read & write Spanish.

What We Offer:

• A supportive environment where our strong Production team is ready to execute your well-planned projects.
• Competitive compensation (details discussed during the interview process).
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, short and long-term disability, Simple IRA with matching, and a flexible PTO policy designed to encourage work-life balance.
• A clear path for professional development and growth within a company that values continuous improvement.

Most importantly, successful candidates will embrace Cornerstone Partners’ Mission:

To be the most trusted partner, caring for the outdoor environments of those we serve. We shall achieve this by consistently doing the little things exceptionally well, while living daily our core values of Honesty, Integrity, and Faith.

We're looking for individuals who are serious about this opportunity and ready to invest the effort from the start. To apply, please submit both a 5-minute video addressing the following questions AND your professional resume.

For Your 5-Minute Video, Please Address:

• "Who Are You?": Based on the description above, why does this role deeply resonate with you? Please share a personal story or example.
• "Who Are We?": Why do you want to work for Cornerstone Partners Horticultural Services, based on the description above?
• "What is This Role?": How do you see this specific role fitting into your career goals and aspirations?

Submission Instructions: Please upload your video to Google Drive (or a similar file-sharing site) and share a viewable link with us via email to [email protected]. Include your full name in the file title. Please attach your professional resume to the same email.

Your combined submission is your initial opportunity to showcase your communication style, initiative, and authentic connection to our values and the demands of this role. We look forward to seeing your story and discovering if you're the next pivotal member of the Cornerstone team!