TrueLine Publishing
Trueline is seeking a Commercial Painting Estimator to join their team in Charlotte, NC. This is an immediate, full-time opportunity for a driven estimator who can produce precise proposals, manage pre-construction communications, and support a collaborative operations team. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality work in a team-first, family-oriented culture, this could be the role for you.
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What You'll Do As the Commercial Painting Estimator:**
Generate accurate, timely cost estimates for commercial painting and coating projects
Conduct on-site visits to evaluate project requirements, confirm scope, and gather necessary details
Interpret specifications, drawings, and bid documents to prepare detailed proposals
Assist project managers with pre-construction meetings, submittals, and schedules
Maintain active communication with potential clients and follow up on outstanding bids
Build and nurture client relationships to ensure repeat business and referral opportunities
Stay current on market trends, material pricing, and competitive benchmarks
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Must-Haves as the Commercial Painting Estimator:**
5+ years of professional experience in commercial painting estimation
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and OneDrive
Strong budgeting and calculation skills, with high attention to detail
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and contracts
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple estimates simultaneously
Excellent customer service and communication abilities
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites in the Charlotte area
Nice-To-Haves as the Commercial Painting Estimator:
Established relationships, contacts, and business in the Charlotte, NC area
Previous involvement in pre-construction meetings and proposal follow-ups
Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field
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This Role Offers:**
Performance-based bonuses tied to results
Paid medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and holidays
401(k) plan and optional life insurance
A stable, team-oriented work environment where collaboration is key
Clear growth opportunities in a company where no one has left since 2020
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Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want 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. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be._
**
What You'll Do As the Commercial Painting Estimator:**
Generate accurate, timely cost estimates for commercial painting and coating projects
Conduct on-site visits to evaluate project requirements, confirm scope, and gather necessary details
Interpret specifications, drawings, and bid documents to prepare detailed proposals
Assist project managers with pre-construction meetings, submittals, and schedules
Maintain active communication with potential clients and follow up on outstanding bids
Build and nurture client relationships to ensure repeat business and referral opportunities
Stay current on market trends, material pricing, and competitive benchmarks
**
Must-Haves as the Commercial Painting Estimator:**
5+ years of professional experience in commercial painting estimation
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and OneDrive
Strong budgeting and calculation skills, with high attention to detail
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, and contracts
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple estimates simultaneously
Excellent customer service and communication abilities
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites in the Charlotte area
Nice-To-Haves as the Commercial Painting Estimator:
Established relationships, contacts, and business in the Charlotte, NC area
Previous involvement in pre-construction meetings and proposal follow-ups
Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field
**
This Role Offers:**
Performance-based bonuses tied to results
Paid medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and holidays
401(k) plan and optional life insurance
A stable, team-oriented work environment where collaboration is key
Clear growth opportunities in a company where no one has left since 2020
_
Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want 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. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be._