Senior Estimator

Trueline•Denver, CO

11d•$109,300 - $192,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Trueline, one of the largest and most respected builders in the country, is seeking multiple Senior Estimators to join their team in Denver CO, on a hybrid schedule. You'll lead estimating efforts on large, complex projects across sports, data center, federal, manufacturing, and ground-up vertical construction, with base salaries reaching $192,300 in Minneapolis and up to $211,500 in select markets, plus an incentive plan. The company is hiring at two senior estimating levels, from experienced estimators with 6+ years in construction to seasoned estimating leaders with 9+ years in the industry, and your experience determines where you start. Minneapolis is the priority location, but exceptional candidates near the company's other regional offices will also be considered.

Requirements

6+ years of construction industry experience, including leading full estimates on large, complex commercial projects. Candidates with 9+ years in construction, including 6+ years in estimating, will be considered for the senior level.
Associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Estimating, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Experience leading teams of estimators and managing multiple complex estimates at once
Ability to build conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimates using cost history and past project data
Proficiency using BIM, plans, and project documents to quantify work
Proficiency with estimating and takeoff tools such as WinEst or Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, and BuildingConnected
A humble, team-first approach and the integrity to do the right thing when nobody's looking
Ability to work in the office Tuesday through Thursday, travel up to 20%, and hold a current driver's license
Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

LEED AP or DBIA professional credential
Experience formally managing estimators, including performance evaluations
Basic understanding of construction law
Experience estimating in union environments and working with collective bargaining agreements
Sports, data center, federal, manufacturing, or other large vertical project experience
Established trade partner relationships in your local market

Responsibilities

Lead estimating efforts on large, complex projects from early design through final pricing and submission
Develop conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimates and cost models, including general conditions
Organize, research, and plan estimate preparation, pricing, scheduling, and submission
Facilitate kickoffs, status updates, plan flips, and final estimate reviews
Develop trade partner strategy, select subcontractors for bidding, and review subcontractor proposals
Complete quantity surveys using BIM, plans, and other project documents
Research tax laws, collective bargaining agreements, and permits, and incorporate all contract requirements into complete, reliable estimates
Write and submit RFIs, and keep owners, architects, engineers, team members, and subcontractors aligned on scope
Analyze historical project data and cost history to price current work at both the unit-price and building-systems level
Help select building systems and support project scheduling
Lead, train, and mentor estimators, including performance evaluations at the senior level

Benefits

Base salary of $109,300-$192,300 in Minneapolis, depending on experience and level, and up to $211,500 in select markets
Eligibility for the company's incentive plan
Hybrid schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in the office and Monday and Friday remote
Medical and prescription drug coverage with vision included at no additional cost, plus dental
401(k) with a generous company match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leave
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a gym membership discount program
No-cost mental health support and work-life concierge resources
Work booked through 2030 at a company that has grown roughly 40% in most years
A clear path to grow between estimating levels and move across regional offices and business units as the company expands
A humble, respectful culture with genuine leadership, where many team members have built 30+ year careers