Senior Estimator

Trueline • Milwaukee, WI

9d • 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 Milwaukee, WI, 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 select markets 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree