Preconstruction Manager

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Estimator within Thompson Turner Construction’s Industrial Building Group.

This role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates for industrial facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers across the Southeast, leveraging extensive preconstruction experience. Based in Sumter, SC with national project scopes, the estimator collaborates with owners, design teams, and suppliers, ensuring competitive bids, value engineering, and schedule

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of experience estimating industrial projects.
• Proficiency with Primavera and Timberline estimating software.
• Strong written and oral communication; solid math and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Quantify project quantities using on-screen and manual takeoff tools.
• Assemble estimates into project estimates for budgeting and bid submittals.
• Meet with owners and design team to review estimates, VE, and constructability.
• Review preliminary plans and architectural drawings for the project.
• Determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists.
• Visit site to note site features and access to infrastructure.
• Create cost-monitoring processes to track profit or loss per project.
• Engage with suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing for projects.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Timberline estimating

Primavera P6

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Timberline Estimator

Job description

Position Description

Thompson Turner Construction was founded in 2001 as a provider of preconstruction and construction services and has extensive experience constructing high quality buildings using a variety of delivery methods including Construction Management at Risk, Design-Build, and Integrated Project Delivery.

A division of Thompson Construction Group Inc., Thompson Turner Construction’s Industrial Building Group specializes in industrial construction throughout the Southeast ranging from new industrial manufacturing facilities to warehouses and distribution centers.

Thompson Turner Construction promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson Turner Construction is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

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 Turner Construction.

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.

Position Requirements

• Must have 4 year degree in engineering or construction management degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years minimum experience estimating industrial projects.
• 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 Primavera and Timberline estimating software.
• 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 will be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

• 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.