CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

Trueline; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 94,500 - 115,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Profit-sharing opportunities

Wellness reimbursement program

Job summary

Trueline in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking an Estimator to join their growing team. This role primarily involves preparing detailed estimates for construction projects and requires a minimum of 2 years of estimating experience. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.

The company offers a competitive salary up to $105,000, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for long-term career growth within a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience within construction.
• Strong Excel and computer proficiency.
• Ability to work in a structured, process-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for construction and remodeling projects.
• Manage multiple active bids and project timelines simultaneously.
• Coordinate with vendors, trade partners, and project managers.

Skills

Estimating experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Professional communication

Job description

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
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Stable pipeline of projects
• Collaborative team culture with company events and outings
• Well-developed systems, SOPs, and templates to support success
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend work

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.