Senior Estimator
Trueline · Seattle, WA · United States · Hybrid
Pay: USD 109,300 – 192,300 a year
Posted Sep 29, 2026
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Trueline, one of the largest and most respected builders in the country, is seeking multiple Senior Estimators to join their team in Seattle WA, 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.
What You'll Do as the Senior Estimator:
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
Must-Haves as the Senior Estimator:
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
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