Thomas Bixler
Sr. Landscape Estimator
Oceanside,CA
Summary
Performed accurate research, site analysis and implementation of plant material. Can produce, landscape and solar carport proposals, visual drawings, construction drawings, drainage plans, maintenance plans and cost estimation.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Estimator
Nissho of California
Vista , CA
10.2021 - Current
Solar Carport Estimator
Mbarc Construction
San Marcos, CA
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Reviewed design layouts to verify viability and resolve compatibility conflicts with existing energy infrastructure.
- Developed standardized procedures and checklists for implementation across multiple worksites, streamlining repeatable project bidding.
- Worked closely with clients to transition project from design and execution to engineering and construction.
Lace Style Tree and Shrub Pruning
Solstice Landscaping
Oceanside, CA
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
Landscape Estimator
Parkwestcompaniesinc
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Learned and understood the construction bidding process
- Bid completed landscape projects and found flaws in designs to create RFIs
- • Worked with sales and purchasing departments to verify integrity of bid proposals
Landscape Estimator
American Landscape
Canoga Park, CA
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Estimated multiple large and small scale landscape designs
- Communicated with numerous vendors to ensure accuracy of products
- Examined landscape details and construction documents
Sales Assistant
Briggs Tree Company, Inc
Vista , CA
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Designed flora displays to promote buyer interests
- Identified plant material to guarantee proper client selection
- Created and verified client invoices
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture - Landscape Horticulture
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 09.2006 - 06.2011
Skills
Design and Estimating Software
Personal
Was part of a Jazz ensemble; worked as a San Marcos High School swim coach for three years, while attending Palomar Community College.
Timeline
Sr. Estimator
Nissho of California
10.2021 - Current
Solar Carport Estimator
Mbarc Construction
12.2019 - 10.2021
Lace Style Tree and Shrub Pruning
Solstice Landscaping
02.2019 - 10.2019
Landscape Estimator
Parkwestcompaniesinc
10.2014 - 02.2018
Landscape Estimator
American Landscape
10.2013 - 05.2014
Sales Assistant
Briggs Tree Company, Inc
06.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture - Landscape Horticulture
California Polytechnic State University
09.2006 - 06.2011
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