Experienced Low Voltage Estimator

About the role

Kidwell is seeking an experienced and driven candidate to fill the position of Experience Low Voltage Estimator in our Lincoln or Omaha location. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of project proposals for Kidwell’s partnering general contractors and Low Voltage customers. The ideal candidate will collaborate with Kidwell’s field and pre-sales engineering staff, as well as vendors and partners, to build professional and accurate estimates for Kidwell’s Integrated Systems projects.

Kidwell Core Values

At Kidwell, our core values define who we are and guide the way we work every day. Led by passion, we believe our work contributes to something bigger than ourselves. We take pride in our creativity and in delivering effective solutions that bring lasting value to our customers. Our employees act like owners, take initiative, and are treated like family. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, with a strong foundation of work ethic, accountability, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and effectively perform all stages of an estimate including estimate organization, take-off, pricing, proposal generation, reviews, change orders, and closeout.
• Work with pre-sales and field engineering staff to build proposals that include accurate estimates of labor and material.
• Collaborate with Kidwell’s vendors and partners to locate and track availability of relevant materials for successful project installation.
• Create, analyze, and maintain correct and accurate quantities and thorough take-offs from plans/specifications.
• Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
• Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
• Oversee and lead estimating processes on specific bids.
• Show creativity and resourcefulness to gain the best possible pricing from subcontractors/vendors.

Skills

• Analytical: Ability to comprehend complex projects and/or customer jobs based on scopes of work, requested materials, and timelines. Must interpret written scopes/designs and request information if there are uncertainties.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; builds morale and group commitments to meet goals; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; balances multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Requirements

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4+ years of low voltage experience and/or training is required.
• Previous experience as a Low Voltage Estimator is required.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability and willingness to learn other estimation-specific software and programs.
• Technical skills and a passion for continuous learning.
• Ability to understand all aspects of the estimation process and adapt as business needs change.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Paternity/maternity leave
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Company-sponsored social events
• Wellness program
• Training and tuition reimbursement