Steel Estimator
TruelineModesto, California, United States
Posted February 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Trueline is a multi-service firm that merges talent acquisition with brand development. It operates three integrated brands—Trueline Talent, Trueline Marketing, and Trueline Publishing—providing recruiting, full-service creative marketing, and industry-leading journal publishing. The company connects North American businesses with top professionals while simultaneously delivering branding, SEO, media, and digital marketing solutions that elevate clients’ market presence. Its distinctive value lies in offering end-to-end solutions that build both teams and brands, enabling clients to streamline hiring and brand strategy under one partner. This integrated approach positions Trueline as a unique partner for organizations seeking cohesive talent and marketing excellence.
Job Description
We are seeking a Structural Steel Estimator to join our onsite team in Modesto, CA. This role involves estimating structural steel projects, partnering with General Contractors, and shaping bid strategy.
Requirements
- 5+ years of hands-on experience estimating structural steel projects
- Proven track record of awarded steel projects, not just bids submitted
- Strong experience with value engineering steel packages and complex scopes
- Ability to assess risk, identify constructability challenges, and price them correctly
- Background working closely with a steel fabrication shop and understanding shop-to-field workflows
- Expert ability to read and interpret complex structural and architectural drawings
- Working knowledge of AISC standards and steel detailing concepts
- Confidence leading scope clarification and post-bid negotiations with General Contractors
- Experience using tools such as Bluebeam, Tekla PowerFab, or similar estimating software
Benefits
- Annual bonus tied to company profitability
- 100% Company paid health insurance for employees
- 401(k) with 3% Company Match
- 2 Weeks PTO
