Electrical Estimator

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. in North Charleston, SC is seeking a skilled Estimator to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for capital projects and construction services.

You will analyze blueprints and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, assemble bid-ready cost data, and coordinate with owners, design teams, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure accurate estimates. Required: a 4-year degree in engineering or construction management, electrical estimating experience, and

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent.
• Experience estimating electrical projects; mechanical, civil, and structural steel experience helpful.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Self-directed with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Experience with Conest, Accubid, and other estimating software.
• Knowledge of bid forms, bonds, and permit requirements.
• Drug test and background check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Quantify project quantities using on-screen takeoff tools.
• Assemble estimates for budgeting and bid submissions.
• Review plans with owners and design teams for VE and constructability.
• Review preliminary plans and drawings for projects.
• Determine material and labor requirements; create itemized lists.
• Visit construction sites to note site features and infrastructure.
• Compute cost factors for planning, bidding, and vendor selection.
• Develop standard cost data and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Consult with clients, vendors to discuss estimates and resolve issues.
• Maintain supplier relationships to secure pricing.
• Maintain project profit margins and adjust estimates as needed.
• Create cost-monitoring processes for project profitability.
• Account for duration, scope, and profitability of new projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical estimating experience

Mechanical experience

Civil experience

Structural steel experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cost/pricing analysis

Deadline-driven

Relationship building

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Conest

Accubid

Job description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Our Capital Projects and Construction Division is looking for a strong candidate to fill an estimating need. We would like this person to work out of the North Charleston office. This candidate will need to be knowledgeable about all processes required to complete a project. Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes. In addition, be knowledgeable about potential costs of materials and equipment rates. The role of an estimator is critical to the financial success of Thompson.

Job Responsibilities

• Quantify project quantities using on screen and manual take off tools.
• Assemble estimates into project estimates for intermediary budgeting and bid day submittals.
• Periodically meet with owners and design team representatives to review estimates, value engineering, and constructability review.
• Responsible to review the preliminary plans and architectural drawings for the project.
• Review data to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists.
• Visit the site of the construction, making note of the geographical features of the site and access to infrastructure (roads, electricity, sewer, etc.).
• Take into account all the materials, personnel, and any other resources needed to complete construction. All of these details come together to make a comprehensive cost estimate for the construction project.
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions.
• Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Responsible for maintaining relationships with suppliers and equipment vendors. These relationships are used to keep track of current pricing and to negotiate better rates for long-term or large-scale projects.
• Remain involved in a project to help maintain the profit margin and to handle any changes in the original estimates.
• Responsible for creating cost-monitoring processes that allow the company to track profit or loss for each project.
• In addition to monetary costs, must take into account the duration, scope, and potential profitability of a new project or product.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Must have 4 year degree in engineering or construction management degree or equivalent and experience.
• Experience estimating electrical projects. Experience with mechanical, civil, structural steel projects extremely helpful.
• Must have superior computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-directed with strong organizational skills, attention to details.
• Strong math and analytical skills in regard to cost/pricing of material, labor and equipment.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Experienced with Conest, Accubid and other estimating softwares.
• Complete knowledge of the “front end” of specifications including bid form, bid requirements, bonds, minority requirements, general conditions, building permits, safety site restrictions and staffing of projects.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and Criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Benefits

• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.