Low Voltage Estimator
Listed on 2026-07-30
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Construction
Estimator, Construction Manager/ Foreman
Role Overview
We are adding a Low Voltage Estimator to our Technologies team. Estimators in this department work with key individuals and customers to price infrastructure and system projects such as Access Control, Intrusion, and CCTV. They manage multiple project bids simultaneously and prioritize them based on time constraints. Estimators attend site surveys, pre‑bid meetings, and project management meetings as needed and present proposals and scopes of work to clients.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in low‑voltage installation on large commercial projects, is well‑versed in ANSI/TIA standards and BICSI best practices, and possesses strong communication, risk‑management, and conflict‑resolution skills. This position is based in Lexington, KY or Columbia, SC and reports to the Preconstruction Manager.
- 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 customer and department needs.
- Attend site surveys, pre‑bid meetings, and project management meetings as needed.
- Identify and communicate project risks.
- Organize and prepare scope of work descriptions and price proposals.
- Attend meetings with customers to present proposals and scope of work efficiently.
- Prepare complete estimates and pricing for the necessary disciplines of work required.
- Analyze key components of the project to identify advantages that could help win the bid.
- Review successful bids/proposals with the project management team.
- Assist in change order pricing as needed.
- 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.
- Experience pricing systems installation (Access Control, Intrusion, CCTV) preferred but not required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Fluency in ANSI/TIA standards and BICSI best practices.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution and risk‑management skills.
- Experience with MS Office, Visio, and Accubid.
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