We are seeking a Construction Estimator to join the growing Preconstruction team. This is an opportunity to help deliver some of Southwest Florida's most exceptional custom waterfront homes while working alongside a company recognized as one of Florida's Best Places to Work for five consecutive years.

In this role, you'll partner with Business Development, Project Management, architects, and clients to develop accurate budgets from early conceptual design through final construction documents. If you're passionate about luxury residential construction, enjoy collaborating with clients and design teams, and take pride in producing highly accurate estimates, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career.

What You'll Do as the Construction Estimator:

Develop conceptual, schematic, and final construction budgets for luxury custom homes and high-end renovations
Analyze architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents to prepare complete and accurate estimates
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using On-Screen Takeoff or similar estimating software
Prepare detailed scopes of work for subcontractors and trade partners
Solicit, review, and level subcontractor bids while ensuring complete project coverage
Conduct site visits to evaluate existing conditions, project constraints, and constructability
Collaborate with architects, engineers, designers, project managers, and homeowners throughout the preconstruction process
Prepare subcontractor agreements and verify scopes align with contract documents
Participate in preconstruction meetings and support Business Development with timely project budgets
Stay current on material pricing, labor trends, building codes, and construction methods to improve estimating accuracy

Must-Haves as the Construction Estimator:

8+ years of construction estimating experience
Residential construction estimating experience, with luxury custom home experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and estimating principles
Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with On-Screen Takeoff or similar estimating software
Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting tight deadlines
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Nice-to-Haves as the Construction Estimator:

Luxury custom home or waterfront residential estimating experience
High-end renovation estimating experience
Knowledge of Florida building codes and construction practices
Bluebeam and/or Procore experience
Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related degree
Experience with conceptual estimating and value engineering

Benefits Offered:

Annual performance bonus opportunity
Employee Ownership Program after three years
401(k) with 4% company match
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance available immediately
Paid time off and eight paid holidays
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Leadership development and management training
Career planning and ongoing professional development
Peer recognition, safety awards, and employee referral bonuses
Opportunity to help build some of Southwest Florida's most prestigious luxury custom homes while advancing your career with one of the region's premier builders

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.

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