Project Engineer/Assistant Estimator

Trueline; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus typically ~4%

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Company cell phone or phone allowance

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with 75% of employee

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off starting at two weeks

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Mentorship

Job summary

Trueline in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a Preconstruction Services Coordinator / Estimator to join the onsite team. This entry-to-mid level role offers exposure to estimating, project planning, subcontractor coordination, and field operations, with a path to grow within a stable, family-owned contractor.

Responsibilities include supporting preconstruction, site visits, takeoffs, bid packages, scheduling, and handoffs to field operations, plus collaboration with project managers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Construction takeoff experience through employment, internships, co-ops, or coursework.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver''s license.

Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction processes for commercial projects.
• Conduct pre-bid site visits and gather scope information.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with cost estimates.
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers.
• Coordinate subcontractor walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings.
• Prepare proposals, bid packages, and supporting documents.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and logistics.
• Maintain organized project records and bid documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field leaders, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Plan reading

Math & analytics

Communication

Organizational skills

Takeoffs

Education

Construction Management degree or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a Preconstruction Services Coordinator / Estimator to join the onsite team in Shreveport, Louisiana. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional or recent graduate to gain broad exposure to estimating, project planning, subcontractor coordination, and field operations while building a long-term career with a stable, growing contractor.

What You'll Do as the Preconstruction Services Coordinator / Estimator:

• Support commercial projects throughout the preconstruction process
• Conduct pre-bid site visits and gather information needed to develop project scopes
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with cost estimates
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers
• Coordinate subcontractor walkthroughs and pre-bid meetings
• Compare bids and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and pricing differences
• Prepare proposals, bid packages, and supporting documentation
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and construction logistics
• Mark up drawings and organize preconstruction information
• Prepare submittals, product data, and material samples
• Maintain organized project records, files, and bid documentation
• Coordinate with Project Managers, field leaders, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Provide field support during project planning and construction when needed
• Assist Project Managers with subcontract processing and material orders
• Support RFIs, permits, change orders, and general project documentation
• Help ensure a smooth handoff from preconstruction to field operations

Must-Haves as the Preconstruction Services Coordinator / Estimator:

• Degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent commercial construction experience
• Foundational understanding of commercial construction methods and sequencing
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications
• Construction takeoff experience through employment, internships, co-ops, or coursework
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Coachable, dependable, and eager to learn
• Valid driver's license

Nice-to-Haves as the Preconstruction Services Coordinator / Estimator:

• 2 or more years of commercial construction experience
• Commercial estimating experience
• Project Engineer experience
• Assistant Project Manager experience
• Construction coordinator experience
• Internship or co-op experience with a commercial contractor
• Commercial renovation or tenant improvement experience
• Drywall or metal framing experience
• Interior build-out experience
• Ground-up commercial construction exposure
• Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam experience
• Subcontractor procurement or bid comparison experience
• Experience preparing submittals, RFIs, or change order documentation

Benefits Offered:

• Annual performance bonus typically around 4% of base salary
• $450 monthly vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Company cell phone or phone allowance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Health insurance with 75% of the employee premium paid by the company
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off starting at two weeks and increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid training programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program
• Direct access to company leadership
• Mentorship from experienced construction professionals
• Broad exposure to estimating, preconstruction, project management, and field operations
• Advancement opportunities in estimating, project management, and leadership
• Stable employment with a long-established, family-owned contractor

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.