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Construction Cost Estimator is a recognized TN visa occupation under USMCA, qualifying under the Engineer category when the role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Canadian professionals enter without a cap; Mexican nationals need consular processing. Find roles with TN visa sponsorship here.
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The Associate Construction Cost Estimator supports project-level financial operations across the North American Store Development portfolio. This role assists with budget tracking, procurement, cost reporting, and estimating, providing critical support to Project Managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing cost estimates and models for new stores, refits, and extensions
- Support monitoring of project budgets, track spend, and report on financial performance
- Help manage procurement activities, including POs, invoices, and vendor payments
- Contribute to value engineering efforts to optimize project costs
- Assist in bid processes, proposal evaluation, and documenting recommendations
- Maintain benchmark costs and support continuous improvement of estimating processes
- Collaborate with Project Managers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project scope, schedule, and costs are aligned
- Support portfolio-level reporting and provide financial insight to leadership
- Perform additional duties as required to support Store Development objectives
Experience and Skills:
- Basic knowledge of the US construction and retail fit-out industry, including legislation and best practices
- Experience supporting project cost tracking, budgeting, or estimating preferred
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
- Good communication and ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; exposure to construction cost management software a plus
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
- Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from senior cost staff
- Flexible and adaptable to changing project needs and timelines
Pay range: $70,000-$75,000 (Depending on Experience); 10% bonus target. This role will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, parental leave, and company paid time off plan.
This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.
EEO Statement:
The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.
Need accessibility assistance to apply?
Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)

The Associate Construction Cost Estimator supports project-level financial operations across the North American Store Development portfolio. This role assists with budget tracking, procurement, cost reporting, and estimating, providing critical support to Project Managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing cost estimates and models for new stores, refits, and extensions
- Support monitoring of project budgets, track spend, and report on financial performance
- Help manage procurement activities, including POs, invoices, and vendor payments
- Contribute to value engineering efforts to optimize project costs
- Assist in bid processes, proposal evaluation, and documenting recommendations
- Maintain benchmark costs and support continuous improvement of estimating processes
- Collaborate with Project Managers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project scope, schedule, and costs are aligned
- Support portfolio-level reporting and provide financial insight to leadership
- Perform additional duties as required to support Store Development objectives
Experience and Skills:
- Basic knowledge of the US construction and retail fit-out industry, including legislation and best practices
- Experience supporting project cost tracking, budgeting, or estimating preferred
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
- Good communication and ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; exposure to construction cost management software a plus
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
- Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from senior cost staff
- Flexible and adaptable to changing project needs and timelines
Pay range: $70,000-$75,000 (Depending on Experience); 10% bonus target. This role will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, parental leave, and company paid time off plan.
This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.
EEO Statement:
The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.
Need accessibility assistance to apply?
Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Cost Estimator
Align your credentials to Engineer category
TN visa sponsorship for Cost Estimators requires your degree to map to engineering or architecture, not just construction management. Gather a credential evaluation and course transcripts before applying so employers see a clean qualification match upfront.
Target firms with active government contracts
Federal, state, and municipal contractors routinely need certified cost estimators and are experienced with visa sponsorship processes. Look for construction employers with recent visa filings, which demonstrates their familiarity with sponsoring skilled professionals in technical roles.
Request a detailed offer letter before crossing
Canadian citizens can obtain TN status directly at a port of entry, so your offer letter must specify your title, duties referencing cost estimation and quantity takeoffs, required degree, and employer FEIN. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP defers entry.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsoring employers
Not every construction firm understands TN visa sponsorship for estimators. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified TN and H-1B filing history in construction and engineering, letting you skip cold outreach to companies unfamiliar with the process.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular processing timeline
Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry, which adds scheduling lead time. Book your visa appointment immediately after signing an offer letter, since construction project start dates rarely flex for immigration delays.
Confirm your employer can document specialty occupation status
CBP officers evaluate whether the role genuinely requires a degree-level estimator, not a skilled trades worker. Ask your prospective employer to document project complexity, contract value ranges, and the software tools used, so the TN support letter reflects a clear specialty occupation.
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Find Construction Cost Estimator JobsConstruction Cost Estimator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Construction Cost Estimator qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, but the classification matters. CBP approves Construction Cost Estimators under the Engineer TN category when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a closely related field. Roles framed around general construction supervision or trades coordination without a degree requirement typically don't qualify. Your offer letter and credentials must reflect a clear specialty occupation.
How does TN visa sponsorship for this role compare to H-1B?
TN is faster and more predictable for this role. H-1B requires your employer to enter an annual lottery with no guaranteed selection, while TN has no cap for Canadians and no lottery for either nationality. Canadian estimators can be approved at a port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals go through consular processing, which takes longer but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does a Canadian estimator need at the border?
You need a valid Canadian passport, a detailed employer support letter, your degree certificate and transcripts, and any professional engineering licenses or certifications if your role references them. CBP will review whether your credentials match the stated duties. Carry printed copies of everything even if you have digital versions, since border inspection points vary in connectivity.
Where can I find Construction Cost Estimator jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for this search. It filters job listings by employers with verified TN and H-1B sponsorship history in engineering and construction, so you're not wasting time on firms unfamiliar with USMCA work authorization. Searching on a platform built around visa sponsorship gives you a much shorter path from application to offer.
Can I switch employers after starting on a TN visa as an estimator?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific, so you can't simply transfer it. Your new employer must prepare a fresh support letter, and if you're Canadian, you'll typically return to a port of entry to obtain a new TN annotation in your passport. Plan your transition so you don't have a gap in authorized work status during an active project.
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