Estimator, Engineering

Job Summary

The Estimator supports the sales and projects staff in developing design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities. The Engineer/Estimator keeps the estimates accurate and information up to date. The Estimator will also assist in the day‑to‑day sales and project activities of the Company.

• The Estimator will provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials and define the basis for assigning and estimating labor.
• Write scope of work and develop a cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
• Assist the sales organization by attending site‑walk and pre‑bid meetings on project activity.
• Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of the engineering solutions.
• Act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when the project is turned over for installation.
• Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
• Follow company guidelines on preferred vendor and product selection.
• Work with vendors to obtain the best solution, most competitive price and proper lead‑time on materials.
• Provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per the company’s recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
• Ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and company quality and safety level at all times.
• Attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to company guidelines.
• Meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within a very strict timeframe.
• Attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of the project as they were designed.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

• Self‑motivated, positive approach, able to help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Ability to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.
• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the company.
• RCDD preferred, but not required.
• Structured Cabling industry experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Meet company minimum driving standards.
• Proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the company’s proposed solutions utilizing the software resources provided by the company.
• Proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
• Minimum years of experience: 4‑6.
• License required; no minimum education.

Min USD $65,000.00 /Yr. Max USD $ /Yr.

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