Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

As an Estimator, your primary responsibility will be to calculate-with the utmost accuracy
-the total cost required to complete Thompson’s excavating & utilities installation projects.

• Meeting with project leadership to gather scope of upcoming projects
• Entering detailed earthwork data on drawings in construction software
• Preparing bid packages for potential customers and project leaders
• Reviewing cost projections and budgets with vendors and Project Leaders
• Working with vendors to obtain up-to-the-minute project specs
• Estimating the cost of labor, equipment, material, operator time, etc.
• Calculating cut & fill, backfill & pipe takeoffs using specific software
• Negotiating bids from GCs, developers, and property owners
• Completing front-end reports, pay schedules, and plans sheets
• Visiting worksites to identify situations that may impact cost

• Experience performing takeoffs and estimates in construction (excavation a Plus)
• Prior experience with main line utilities installation projects & procedures
• Excellent computer skills (knowledge of UKG and/or Pro Contractor a Plus)
• OSHA 30 (Thompson will train)

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Bi-Annual Bonuses
• Negotiable PTO
• 401(K) w/ Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

1st Shift (w/ flexible hours)

By honoring God, we will become a nationally preferred concrete and excavation provider.

By entrusting and empowering our team members, we will create a healthy, happy and safe work environment.

By living these values, we will build long-lasting relationships with one another, our clients, communities, and families:

• Faith – Walking the path of obedience with a conviction for giving back to our community, both near and afar.
• Safety – Staying committed to the health and wellbeing of ourselves and those around us, so that everyone gets home safely.
• Integrity – Living a “no excuses” existence by taking responsibility for our actions and recognizing the contribution of others.
• Quality – Seeking continuous improvement and striving for the highest level of craftsmanship.
• Teamwork – Recognizing the exponential value of “the many” over “the individual”.
• Trust – Staying loyal to our teammates, so they know we’ll always having their back.
• Respect – Treating others the way they deserve to be treated, by appreciating their efforts and lifting them up in times of need.
• Empowerment – Helping each member of our team reach their full potential through mentorship, training, and patience.