Construction Estimator

Trueline Talent; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO and paid holidays

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Trueline is seeking an Estimator in the Madison, WI area to join a respected design-build and construction firm’s growing team. You will prepare estimates for residential and commercial projects, review plans and subcontractor proposals, and manage multiple bids and timelines with a detail-driven, process-oriented approach.

You’ll collaborate with vendors, trade partners, project managers, and internal stakeholders to build pricing spreadsheets, bid documentation, and project records, while

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience in construction.
• Experience estimating commercial and/or residential projects.
• Strong Excel and computer proficiency.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Reliable driver’s license and ability to pass drug screen and background check.
• Must live within approximately 30 minutes of the office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for construction and remodeling projects.
• Review plans, specifications, scopes, and subcontractor proposals.
• Manage multiple bids and project timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors, trade partners, project managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain pricing spreadsheets, bid documentation, and project records.
• Assist with scope development, budgeting, and proposal preparation.
• Participate in project walkthroughs and preconstruction meetings as needed.
• Maintain organized estimating files and ensure timely follow-up throughout the bid process.
• Use established SOPs, templates, and workflows to improve consistency and accuracy.
• Support operational handoff and project startup activities when projects are awarded.

Skills

Estimating

Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

Trueline's client, a respected design-build and construction firm in the Madison, Wisconsin area, is seeking an Estimator to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a detailed, process-driven environment and enjoys collaborating across projects while helping deliver high-quality residential and commercial construction work.

What You'll Do as the Estimator:

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for construction and remodeling projects
• Review plans, specifications, scopes, and subcontractor proposals
• Manage multiple active bids and project timelines simultaneously
• Coordinate with vendors, trade partners, project managers, and internal stakeholders
• Build and maintain pricing spreadsheets, bid documentation, and project records
• Assist with scope development, budgeting, and proposal preparation
• Participate in project walkthroughs and preconstruction meetings as needed
• Maintain organized estimating files and ensure timely follow-up throughout the bid process
• Use established SOPs, templates, and workflows to improve consistency and accuracy
• Support operational handoff and project startup activities when projects are awarded

Must-Haves as the Estimator:

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience within construction
• Background in construction estimating for commercial and/or residential projects
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask across multiple projects
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong Excel and computer proficiency
• Professional communication and office presence
• Ability to work in a structured, process-oriented environment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
• Must live within approximately 30 minutes of the office

Nice-to-Haves as the Estimator:

• Residential construction or remodeling experience
• Experience transitioning from project management into estimating
• Familiarity with AI tools or workflow automation platforms
• Experience in design-build environments
• Strong understanding of subcontractor coordination and scopes

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive compensation up to approximately $105,000 depending on experience
• Strong benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and 401(k)
• PTO and paid holidays
• Profit-sharing opportunities

  Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.