Electrical Estimator

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; North Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking an estimator to support the North Charleston office within the Capital Projects and Construction Division.

You will analyze blueprints, specs, proposals, and other docs to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, and assess material and equipment costs. The role requires a four-year degree in engineering or construction management and experience in electrical, mechanical, civil, or structural steel projects, with strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in engineering or construction management (or equivalent) with relevant experience.
• Experience estimating electrical projects; experience with mechanical, civil, structural steel projects helpful.
• Superior computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-directed with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong math and analytical skills for cost/pricing of material, labor, and equipment.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and establish positive relationships.
• Experience with Conest, Accubid and other estimating software.
• Knowledge of bid forms, bid requirements, bonds, minority requirements, general conditions, building permits and site safety.
• Possibility of drug test and background check based on location.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), wellness and development.

Responsibilities

• Quantify project quantities using on-screen and manual take-off tools.
• Assemble estimates for budgeting and bid submittals.
• Meet with owners and design representatives to review estimates and value engineering.
• Review preliminary plans and architectural drawings.
• Determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists.
• Visit construction sites to note site features and access to infrastructure.
• Include all resources to complete a comprehensive cost estimate.
• Compute cost factors to support planning, bidding, and vendor selection.
• Conduct studies to develop standard hours and cost data.
• Consult with clients and vendors to discuss estimates and resolve issues.
• Maintain supplier/equipment vendor relationships to track pricing and negotiate rates.
• Monitor project profitability and handle changes to estimates.
• Develop cost-monitoring processes for profit tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math and analytics

Communication skills

MS Office

Self-directed

Time management

Electrical estimating

Education

Engineering or construction mgmt degree

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.
• 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.

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