Estimator​/Designer Structured Cabling

Job Details

Job Details

Job Location:

HEXATRONIC DATA CENTER - DALLAS, TX 75234

Position Type:
Full Time Dept:
Sales

Report to:
Service and Relocation Manager

The Estimator/Designer is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates and innovative design solutions for structured cabling and low-voltage projects, with a focus on fiber optic networks, data center infrastructure (HAC, CAC, cage builds), and security systems. This dual-role position requires strong knowledge of cabling and data center environments, estimation and project management experience, and proven analytical skills to deliver cost-effective, functional designs that meet client needs, industry standards, and company objectives.

• Analyze RFPs, drawings, specifications, site conditions, and customer requirements to develop accurate labor and material takeoffs, BOMs, and project estimates.
• Develop pricing and scope for structured cabling, fiber optic, copper, HAC/CAC distribution systems, data center cages, racks, containment, pathways, security, relocation, and change order work.
• Apply appropriate labor units and productivity assumptions based on project requirements, installation conditions, and schedule.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, clarifications, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Perform site walks as needed to validate scope and existing conditions.
• Build proposals, pricing models, and scope narratives using Procore software, Bluebeam, and company templates.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, engineering, and field operations to clarify scope and align pricing and execution strategy.
• Submit completed bids and proposals for internal review and support awarded project handoff and post-award estimating needs.
• Maintain pricing references, labor units, estimating templates, bid records, and other estimating resources.

• Create drawings, layouts, and renderings to support structured cabling, fiber backbones, racks and cabinets, cages, containment, pathways, and related infrastructure.
• Develop practical, cost-effective designs that meet customer requirements, site conditions, safety requirements, and applicable industry standards, including TIA/EIA, BICSI, NEC, and AHJ requirements.
• Support designs from concept through construction, incorporating customer feedback, field conditions, and value-engineering opportunities.

• Develop clear proposal documents that communicate project scope, pricing, assumptions, exclusions, timelines, and other relevant project requirements.
• Participate in customer scope reviews and technical discussions to clarify requirements, explain estimates, and address questions.
• Provide technical guidance to customers and internal teams regarding proposed solutions, products, installation approaches, and project requirements.

• Coordinate vendor and supplier RFQs to obtain competitive pricing, product information, availability, and lead times.
• Maintain current knowledge of products, pricing, and technology related to structured cabling and data center infrastructure.

• Participate in project planning, strategy, and handoff meetings to support successful project execution.
• Work closely with sales, engineering, project management, service, relocation, and field operations throughout the estimating and design process.
• Track bid outcomes and contribute to estimating process improvements using project feedback and lessons learned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED); technical or trade school preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience estimating structured cabling, fiber optic, data center, security, or low-voltage…