Company Overview
Lanoha Nurseries, founded in 1974 and based in the Midwest, is one of the largest family-owned nursery, garden center, and landscape construction and design firms in the region. With over 700 acres of nursery production, our dedicated team cultivates and installs a wide variety of plants and landscapes, transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful environments. We pride ourselves on nearly 50 years of service and industry leadership.
Summary
Build your career with Lanoha Nurseries, one of the largest and most respected landscaping companies in the Midwest. As a full-service nursery, garden center, and landscape division, we offer a diverse and stable environment where professionals can truly thrive.
Our guiding principles are rooted in excellence, advanced technical application, and the use of exceptional materials. With a storied history of bringing extraordinary projects to life, Lanoha is a recognized industry leader. We invite you to join our team and contribute to a legacy of quality and innovation.
We are seeking an experienced Project Estimator to join our Commercial Landscape Division. In this critical role, you will develop comprehensive, accurate estimates based on preliminary and final designs. You will represent a division that prides itself on securing the vast majority of high-profile commercial landscape projects across the region.
Responsibilities
- Estimating & Quotations: Develop accurate and competitive estimates; utilize estimating software to prepare formal quotations and submittals.
- Plan Analysis: Perform electronic plan take-offs and interpret complex civil construction plans and specifications.
- Project Administration: Manage change orders and provide essential technical support to field personnel throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaboration: Work seamlessly within a fast-paced, high-urgency team environment to meet strict bidding deadlines.
Position Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Landscape Design, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Bluebeam, Procore, BuildingConnected, and the Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of plant and hardscape materials, civil-related scopes, and the commercial bidding process.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a high level of professional diplomacy.
- Attributes: A self-starter with an acute attention to detail and a commitment to work that exceeds client expectations.
What We Offer
At Lanoha, we invest in our people. We provide an energetic, focused, and creative work environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Competitive Salary (commensurate with experience)
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Retirement: 401(k) with company match
- Work-Life Balance: Paid holidays and vacation time
- Professionalism: Company-provided uniforms
Lanoha Nurseries is an EEO employer
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
