Project Manager/Estimator

Trueline is seeking a
Project Manager / Estimator
to join its team in Council Bluffs, IA, in the Omaha metro. In this dual role, you’ll own projects from the first bid through closeout, estimating and then managing Division 10 specialty packages on commercial construction projects.
The company has supplied specialties on more than 25,000 projects, works with leading manufacturers across the country, and is growing. The right person is detail-driven, organized, and enjoys the variety of winning work and seeing it through to delivery.
What You’ll Do as the Project Manager / Estimator:
Review bid documents, specifications, architectural drawings, and addenda
Prepare detailed takeoffs at every stage of design for negotiated and competitive bids
Solicit and evaluate vendor and manufacturer pricing to build competitive, complete bids
Track bid deadlines and make sure all bid forms and documents are submitted on time
Manage awarded projects from handoff through closeout
Serve as the primary point of 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
Must-Haves as the Project Manager / Estimator:
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
Ability to work in person in Council Bluffs, IA
Nice-to-Haves as the Project Manager / Estimator:
Division 10 specialties experience, such as toilet partitions and accessories, lockers, fire extinguisher cabinets, or wall protection
Experience with other specialty or architectural product scopes, such as doors, frames, and hardware
Experience with ConstructConnect and STACK takeoff and estimating software
Experience at a specialty subcontractor, distributor, or general contractor
Procurement and lead-time management experience
This Role Offers:
Base salary of $60,000-$90,000, depending on experience
401(k) with a 4% company match
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off
Ownership of projects from bid through closeout
A stable, family-owned company with nearly four decades in business and more than 25,000 projects completed
Relationships with leading manufacturers and general contractors across the region
A growing team with the work to back it up
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.