Construction Estimator - Heavy Civil
Trueline•Sabattus, ME
•$120,000•Onsite
About The Position
Trueline is seeking a Heavy Civil / Highway Construction Estimator to join their team in Sabattus, Maine. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced estimator who wants to help shape project strategy, influence company growth, and work closely with ownership on critical infrastructure and site development projects.
Requirements
- 5+ years of estimating experience within heavy civil, highway, site development, or infrastructure construction
- Strong experience estimating excavation, grading, utilities, drainage, paving, or roadway projects
- Ability to independently manage complex estimates from bid review through submission
- Thorough understanding of construction means, methods, and production rates
- Experience using estimating software and digital takeoff platforms
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Leadership mindset with interest in contributing beyond traditional estimating responsibilities
Nice To Haves
- Maine DOT estimating experience
- Experience bidding municipal infrastructure projects
- Proficiency with Bluebeam, Trimble, or similar construction technology platforms
- Previous mentoring, supervisory, or leadership experience
- Experience participating in strategic planning or operational improvement initiatives
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and competitive bid submissions for heavy civil and infrastructure projects
- Review plans, specifications, addenda, and contract documents to assess project requirements
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop accurate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and trucking costs
- Evaluate project risks, constructability challenges, and pricing opportunities
- Participate in project pursuit decisions and bid strategy discussions with company leadership
- Solicit, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Prepare bid packages, clarifications, alternates, and proposal documentation
- Support project turnover, budgeting, and cost code development following award
- Assist with change order pricing and project financial reviews as needed
- Recommend process improvements and help strengthen estimating best practices across the organization
- Serve as a collaborative resource for operations, project management, and executive leadership
Benefits
- Base salary of $120,000
- Annual performance bonus opportunity
- Company vehicle
- Company-paid cell phone
- Work clothing stipend
- 401(k) with company match
- 100% employer-paid employee health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Paid time off
- Family-oriented culture with strong leadership support
- Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and business strategy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
