Construction Lead Estimator

Overview

Trueline's client, a high-integrity commercial builder known for delivering thoughtful, cost-effective projects across Southern Maine and Northern New England, is seeking a Lead Estimator to join their growing team in southern Maine. This is a key opportunity for a detail-driven professional to shape budgets, drive project wins, and bring collaborative energy to a team that values transparency and precision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of estimating for commercial construction projects
• Interpret and analyze drawings and specifications across all disciplines (architectural, structural, MEP, etc.)
• Generate accurate quantity take-offs and detailed estimates by CSI divisions
• Prepare bid proposals, bid leveling worksheets, and subcontractor scopes
• Manage and maintain historical cost data to support accurate projections
• Attend pre-bid walkthroughs and collaborate with design and project teams
• Build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships and solicit competitive pricing
• Ensure estimates meet internal standards and reflect current market conditions
• Coordinate a smooth handoff of awarded projects to project management

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Our Client Offers

We are an equal-opportunity employer 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.

Details

Locations / Compensation (illustrative) : Scarborough, ME $125,000.00-$135,000.00; Portland, ME $75,000.00-$140,000.00; Portland, ME $75,000.00-$140,000.00; Portland, ME $70,000.00-$110,000.00; Scarborough, ME $90,000.00-$130,000.00

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