Posted 10 months ago
Estimator & New Business Development
@ Fossil Landscape Construction
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Fossil Landscape Construction is hiring an Estimator and New Business Development lead to price residential landscaping projects in Vancouver and surrounding areas. The role reviews drawings, performs takeoffs, builds detailed cost estimates and prepares proposals, while also pursuing new work through builders, architects and designers. The posting offers annual bonus eligibility, group savings matching and extended health benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze landscape plans, drawings and specifications to determine project scope
- Complete quantity takeoffs and build detailed cost estimates
- Prepare proposals with the project management team
- Pursue new projects and develop client relationships
Requirements summary:
- At least 2 years in landscape construction estimating, preconstruction or project management
- At least 3 years of field experience in landscape construction
- Proven sales and relationship-management track record
- Ability to read landscape plans and construction specifications
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-01-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business development |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Visa sponsorship, Performance bonus |
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Fossil Landscape Construction
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Builders of Vancouver's Most Spectacular Outdoor Spaces!
Full company description
FOSSIL has been building Vancouver’s most challenging outdoor spaces for more than twenty years. The first choice of many prominent landscape architects, architects and premier home-builders, FOSSIL exceeds the expectations of the most discerning clients. Our experience and expertise in all aspects of landscape construction delivers quality workmanship and attention to detail that stands the test of time.
- LinkedIn followers
- 369
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 30
- Reported office locations
- 1136 Franklin Street, Vancouver , BC V6A1J6, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Residential
- Home Improvement
- Building Material
- Landscaping
- Architecture
- Property Management
- Other recorded names
- Fossil Landscape Construction
- Specialties
- Site Excavation & Grading
- Drainage
- Concrete & Hardscape
- Natural Stone Masonry
- Irrigation & Lighting
- Planting & Horticulture
- High End Residential Landscapes
- and Property Maintenance
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
FOSSIL has been building Vancouver’s most challenging outdoor spaces for more than twenty years. The first choice of many prominent landscape architects, architects and premier home-builders, FOSSIL exceeds the expectations of the most discerning clients. Our experience and expertise in all aspects of landscape construction delivers quality workmanship and attention to detail that stands the test of time.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver , BC |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Specialties | Site Excavation & GradingDrainageConcrete & HardscapeNatural Stone MasonryIrrigation & LightingPlanting & HorticultureHigh End Residential Landscapesand Property Maintenance |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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About Us:
Join the award-winning team at Fossil Landscape Construction, where we care for some of Vancouver’s most beautiful and complex outdoor spaces. For more than twenty years, we’ve been building and maintaining high-end residential landscapes across Vancouver, West Vancouver, Whistler, and Bowen Island. Our team of professionals is dedicated to craftsmanship, collaboration, and delivering the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.
About the role:
Fossil Landscape Construction is seeking a highly motivated and experienced construction professional to lead our estimating and drive in new business development.
This role is responsible for reviewing drawings, assessing project requirements, performing takeoffs, estimating various construction tasks and preparing proposals for residential landscaping projects.
This individual will also contribute to sales and business development efforts of the company. This includes proactively seeking new project opportunities in the marketplace and expanding industry relationships. An emphasis given to candidates who have proven sales experience and existing relationships with custom home builders, as well as architects and landscape designers.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze landscape plans, drawings, specifications and other project documents to accurately determine overall project scope and requirements.
- Attend design meetings and site visits to gather additional project information.
- Complete quantity take-offs from plans.
- Develop accurate and detailed cost estimates of labour materials, equipment and other expenses.
- Communicate with vendors, subcontractors and team members to obtain necessary information to complete estimates.
- Coordinate with the project management team to ensure that proposals are prepared in a timely and accurate manner.
- Proactively identify and pursue potential new projects contacting key stakeholders and developing a plan to secure work
- Leverage existing relationships and develop new contacts to build lasting partnerships with sources of business.
What you bring:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in landscape construction estimating, preconstruction or project management.
- Minimum of 3 years of field experience in landscape construction.
- Proven track record in sales, including relationship management
- Strong knowledge of landscaping and construction practices, materials, and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret landscape plans, drawings, and construction specifications.
- Proficient in computer software applications including estimating and project management software.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Keen attention to detail and operates with a sense of urgency and accountability.
Compensation & Benefits
- Fantastic career opportunity - Play a key role in a highly respected, successful and growing company.
- Competitive compensation that reflects the responsibilities of the role.
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Company-matched group savings programs (RRSP, TFSA, and savings)
- Comprehensive extended health benefits – dental, vision, prescriptions, life & disability insurance
- At least four company-sponsored social events each year, including our annual Yaletown Christmas party
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