Preconstruction & Estimating Support Specialist; Low Voltage Systems

Please note this position is based out of our Pewaukee,WI office.

This role supports the design and estimating function by preparing accurate quotes, equipment matrices, scopes of work, system layout markups, and documentation packages for low-voltage life-safety and security systems. A significant portion of projects involve retrofit environments where clean construction documents may not exist. The position requires the ability to build clear, accurate system documentation from mixed inputs such as photos, sales notes, partial floor plans, and site observations.

This role improves quote turnaround speed, documentation clarity, pricing accuracy, and installation readiness. Field installation experience is highly preferred to ensure documentation reflects real-world conditions and reduces installation issues. While much daily production work can be performed remotely, periodic in-person collaboration and site visits are important to maintain alignment with field realities and team operations.

Estimating & Quote Support (Primary Focus)

• Perform device counts from construction drawings, photos, and field notes
• Build and update equipment matrices
• Prepare and verify Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Assist in assembling quotes
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and system components

System Layout Markups (Preconstruction Drawings)

• Edit PDFs, sketches, and plan files to show device locations and system layouts
• Translate photos, sales notes, and partial plans into clear visual layouts
• Prepare plan markups that serve as the foundation for final CAD drawings
• Create clear visual documentation for technicians and project launch

Scope of Work (SOW) Preparation

• Draft and update scopes of work using templates
• Write scope language that accurately reflects retrofit and real-world site conditions
• Include system descriptions, assumptions, and clarifications

Pricing & Price Book Maintenance

• Verify current manufacturer and distributor pricing while building quotes
• Update pricing in the company price book as part of the quoting process
• Identify discontinued or substituted parts
• Flag pricing anomalies or major price changes
• Maintain accurate cost data for frequently used products

Documentation & Preconstruction Support

• Organize and assemble quote documentation packages
• Ensure information is complete prior to release
• Maintain organized file structure for project documentation

Field-Integrated Support

• Participate in occasional job walks to understand site conditions
• Gather field information when documentation is incomplete
• Support pre-bid visits on complex projects
• Assist sales and design teams in ensuring technical accuracy
• Primary Systems & Environments
• Nurse Call Systems (Senior Living & Healthcare)
• Wander Management Systems
• Video Surveillance (CCTV)
• Intercom & Communication Systems
• Delayed Egress Systems
• Electronic Door Hardware & Locking Systems
• Access Control Systems

Projects are primarily in senior living, healthcare, and existing occupied facilities where retrofit conditions are common.

• Low-voltage cabling for the above systems
• Cable pathway estimation and routing assumptions
• Labor estimation for cable installation
• Occasional estimation of cabling for third-party systems (Wi-Fi, data jacks, phone systems, etc.)

• 3+ years of experience installing low-voltage systems
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Experience with CAAD
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and construction floor plans when available
• Ability to interpret incomplete or non-standard documentation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Organized and methodical work style
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets and structured documentation

• Experience working in senior living or healthcare environments
• Estimating, takeoff, or matrix-building experience
• Experience marking up plans digitally (PDF editors, Bluebeam, etc.)

• This is a hybrid technical support role:
• Majority of daily production work may be completed remotely
• Periodic in-person collaboration is expected
• Occasional site visits are required to maintain field alignment
• Onboarding will be completed entirely in person

• Takes pride in accuracy
• Comfortable working with imperfect or incomplete information
• Understands on the back end how systems are installed
• Communicates clearly and asks clarifying questions
• Enjoys technical, detail-oriented work
• Wants to grow into deeper technical design knowledge over time