About Thomas

Thomas Construction Group is an innovative full-service general contractor achieving 100% client satisfaction and specializing in early design phase construction management for commercial, medical, continuing care, and behavioral health projects.

Role Purpose

We are looking for an entry-level Estimator to join our team! As an Estimator you are responsible for providing project estimates, evaluating bid specifications, drawings, and communicating to appropriate stakeholders to ensure successful bids and project wins.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely quantitative and cost (materials and labor) estimates for construction projects by analyzing project drawings, specifications and RFP's.
• Understand contract language, commitments, consumer expectations, and scope of project.
• Consult with architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effective cost reductions and constructability issues.
• Distribute and coordinate plans, specifications, information, policies, ensuring each requirement is managed or covered appropriately.
• Select and manage subcontractors throughout the preconstruction process.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, track actual costs relative to bids as a project develops while comparing to historical pricing and/or internal evaluation.
• Develop scope sheets for bid leveling.
• Act as the liaison between all contracted parties in a project.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Building Construction from an accredited university, preferred; a combination of on-the-job experience and/or formal education may be substituted for the degree.
• 1-3+ plus years' commercial construction project estimating experience.
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Procore or similar), Estimating Software (Timberline, Destini or similar) and BlueBeam.

Why Thomas?

• Health Benefits
• Unlimited PTO
• Continuing Education
• Personal Growth & Development
• 401(k)
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Monthly Social Outings