Lead Industrial Preconstruction Estimator

Thompson-Construction-Group,-Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Turner Construction in Sumter, SC, is seeking an Estimator to analyze blueprints, prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for industrial projects. You will quantify quantities, assemble bid-ready estimates, and collaborate with owners and design teams to review value engineering and constructability.

The role requires a 4-year degree in engineering or construction management and 5–7 years of industrial estimating experience, with strong skills in Primavera, Timberline, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years minimum experience estimating industrial projects.
• Proficient with Primavera and Timberline estimating software.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and analytical cost/pricing abilities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Must pass drug test and criminal background check.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

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.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Cost/pricing analysis

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera

Timberline

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Thompson Turner Construction in Sumter, SC, is seeking an Estimator to analyze blueprints, prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for industrial projects. You will quantify quantities, assemble bid-ready estimates, and collaborate with owners and design teams to review value engineering and constructability.

The role requires a 4-year degree in engineering or construction management and 5–7 years of industrial estimating experience, with strong skills in Primavera, Timberline, and MS Office.