Project Manager & Estimator — Commercial Construction

Trueline; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with a 4% company match

Health, dental, vision, and life insur

Paid time off

Ownership of projects from bid through

Job summary

Trueline in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Project Manager / Estimator to own projects from bid through closeout, specializing in Division 10 packages for commercial construction. In this dual role, you’ll review bids and drawings, prepare takeoffs, solicit pricing, and manage awarded projects with contractors and vendors.

This hands-on position requires in-person work and strong organizational skills. Join a stable, family-owned company with deep regional connections and a track record of

Qualifications

• 1+ year of construction estimating experience
• 1+ year of commercial construction project management experience
• Experience with submittals, shop drawings, and project scheduling
• Experience communicating with general contractors and vendors
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of takeoffs, pricing, and construction project workflows
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Dropbox
• Associate degree or higher

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents, specifications, architectural drawings, and addenda
• Prepare detailed takeoffs at every design stage for negotiated and competitive bids
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and manufacturer pricing to build competitive bids
• Track bid deadlines and ensure bid forms and documents are submitted on time
• Manage awarded projects from handoff through closeout
• Serve as the primary contact for general contractors, vendors, and internal team members
• Review contracts and confirm scope against the estimate and project requirements
• Coordinate submittals, shop drawings, and material procurement
• Track schedules, lead times, and milestones to keep deliveries on time
• Monitor project costs, manage change orders, and protect profitability
• Resolve issues proactively and keep stakeholders informed
• Complete accurate project documentation, including closeout materials

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Reading drawings

Takeoffs

Vendor pricing

Bid coordination

Scheduling

Communication

MS Office

Adobe

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ConstructConnect

STACK takeoff

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Dropbox

Job description

Trueline in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Project Manager / Estimator to own projects from bid through closeout, specializing in Division 10 packages for commercial construction. In this dual role, you’ll review bids and drawings, prepare takeoffs, solicit pricing, and manage awarded projects with contractors and vendors.

This hands-on position requires in-person work and strong organizational skills. Join a stable, family-owned company with deep regional connections and a track record of