Low Voltage Electrical Estimator

Role Overview

We are adding a Low Voltage Estimator to our Technologies team. Estimators in the Technologies department work with key individuals as well as our customers to price infrastructure and system projects such as Access Control, Intrusion, and CCTV. Estimators manage multiple project bids simultaneously and often must prioritize bids based on time constraints. They also attend site surveys and meetings as needed including but not limited to client meetings where they are called on to efficiently present our proposal and scope of work.

Responsibilities

• Price structures for design/execution of large commercial projects such as Special System infrastructure and components, access control, intrusion, and CCTV
• Manage multiple project bids simultaneously, continuously prioritizing based on needs of the customer and the department
• Attend site surveys, pr-bid meetings, and project management meetings as needed
• Recognize and communicate risk on projects
• Organize and prepare scope of work description and price proposal
• Attend meetings with customers to present proposals and scope of work efficiently
• Prepare complete estimates and complete pricing for the necessary disciplines of work required
• Analyze key components of the project which may be used to the company’s advantage in becoming the successful bidder
• Review successful bid/proposals with the project management team
• Assist in change order pricing as needed

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in estimating low-voltage, commercial projects
• Large construction project experience
• Ability to review large bid packages for Div 27 &28 scope and spec details
• Experience working with a scope of 2,000+ cables
• Pricing systems installation (Access Control, Intrusion, CCTV) is required
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in ANSI/TIA standards and BICSI best practices
• Demonstrates strong conflict resolution and risk management skills
• Experience working with MS Office, Visio, and Accubid