Estimator, Engineering, Building & Residential Construction

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No.

1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

Turner Industries Group, LLC has an opening for a Cost Estimator to join our team in the Kingsport, TN area. The Estimator is responsible for the preparation of cost estimates and proposals. Will be required to provide analysis of drawings, specifications, and other documentation to produce estimates for projects or services. Non‑exempt role;
Reports to the VP of Estimating;
Establishes procedures for specific goals in a broad area of work / only results are reviewed / develops procedures within limits of policy and guidelines.

• Technical training and/or industrial related construction estimating experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills, along with a strong attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of Google Workspace
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team to complete estimates and proposals on multiple projects
• Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
• Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Work the entire life cycle of a bid, from invitation to proposal submission, along with post‑submittal support/clarification when required; coordinate total estimating effort relevant to a particular bid/project as assigned; ability to interpret specifications, drawings, attend pre‑bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate; prepare estimates by performing quantity takeoffs from drawings or quantities provided in a bid package for the scope of work;

prepare bid packages for vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors; assist in schedule preparation and analysis, execution plan development, and risk analysis; maintain files of working documents as back‑up for estimates; ensure estimates are complete, well organized, and ready for management review; interface with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility; assist the project team on awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, etc.;

perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting objects from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.;

standing / sitting; walking; pushing; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Salary: $35 - $55 per hour