Estimator

Trueline•Elko, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Trueline is seeking an Estimator to join its team in the Mountain West region of Nevada. The Estimator develops competitive, accurate estimates for earthwork, site development, underground utilities, and mining-related construction projects, collaborating with field operations and leadership to support successful project execution. The role prepares cost estimates and quantity takeoffs, reviews project documents to assess scope and risk, calculates project costs, and organizes bids using HCSS HeavyBid or comparable software. It also supports bid strategy, project handoffs, change order pricing, budgeting, and comparisons between estimated and actual costs. This is a full-time position based in Elko, Nevada, with an annual base salary of $80,000–$120,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Company-sponsored benefits are provided in accordance with company policies. The role offers opportunities to work on heavy civil construction and mining infrastructure projects and to collaborate directly with company leadership, project management, and field operations.

Requirements

3–5 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction, mining construction, excavation, or related infrastructure work.
Strong understanding of earthwork, grading, underground utilities, road construction, drainage systems, and heavy equipment operations.
Experience preparing detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contract documents.
Working knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid or comparable estimating software.
Understanding of construction labor productivity, equipment costs, material pricing, and subcontractor coordination.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and construction-related software.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of heavy civil or mining construction estimating experience.
Advanced experience with HCSS HeavyBid and familiarity with HCSS HeavyJob.
Experience estimating construction projects for major mining operations.
Knowledge of MSHA requirements and mine-site safety procedures.
Familiarity with GPS machine control, earthwork modeling, and digital takeoff tools.
Experience negotiating subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Understanding of construction contracts, bonding, insurance requirements, and risk allocation.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for heavy civil, mining infrastructure, excavation, grading, roadwork, and underground utility projects.
Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and geotechnical reports to evaluate project scope, requirements, and risks.
Calculate labor, equipment, material, subcontractor, and indirect costs using realistic production rates and construction methods.
Develop and organize bids using HCSS HeavyBid or comparable estimating software.
Request and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive costs.
Identify potential construction challenges, contractual risks, and opportunities for cost savings.
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and leadership on bid strategies, construction approaches, and project schedules.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, estimate reviews, and bid/no-bid evaluations.
Present estimate summaries, including projected costs, margins, contingencies, and key assumptions.
Support project handoffs, change order pricing, budgeting, and comparisons between estimated and actual costs.