Estimator; Estimator

Position: Estimator (Estimator) Full-Time
a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry. With more than 50 years of experience, we are committed to safety, quality, and integrity. Low Voltage Estimator   
The Low Voltage Estimator is responsible for designing, engineering, estimating, and servicing new and existing customers for access control, intrusion detection, CCTV, video, and other low voltage systems. Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric transmission and distribution, telecom, and wastewater industries across North America.
 Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.
 Community impact:  We give back to the communities we serve.

 The Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

 Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities
401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
Health, prescription, dental, vision plans
Life & Disability Insurance plans
Financial wellness program
Employee assistance program
Follow all Mears safety policies, procedures, and training requirements, including while on customer job sites.
Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
enter into the computer estimating system and review printouts for accuracy and completeness.
Request quotes from suppliers for equipment and materials.
Identify qualified suppliers and subcontractors, solicit quotes, and review quotes for completeness against plans and specifications.
Equipment rental
Provide the Chief Estimator or team with a detailed review of scope, technical requirements, and pricing before the formal bid package is issued.
Draft scope letter inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for estimates.
Meet with Project Management at turnover of a successful bid to fully explain the estimate, scope of work, and quotes, and to support a smooth project transition.
Complete all client-required documents in a timely manner.
Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures.
Travel to customer job sites as needed.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in low voltage.
Demonstrated experience selling access control and video surveillance systems and services.
General understanding of the roles, needs, and responsibilities of Owners, Engineers, Architects, and General Contractors.
Above-average skills using MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), estimating software, and PDF mark-up/collaboration tools.
Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems and perform arithmetic calculations required for estimating.
Ability to design and create proposals and deliver them to customers in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to identify and meet customers' needs, expectations, and requirements.
The physical activity and work environment required for this role includes:
Combine sedentary administrative work (sitting, typing, handling items, completing paperwork) with client and job-site visits.
Occasionally walk, stand, and talk and hear others in conversation by phone or in person.
Work outdoors at customer job sites in varied weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).

~ This role is accepting applications until 11/30/2026
This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Employment Type:

Full Time