Structured Cabling & Network Estimator (BOQs & Costs)

Streamline Search Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd is seeking a Structured Cabling and Network Infrastructure Estimator in City of London. You will review drawings and prepare cost estimates for structured cabling installations, including Cat5e/6/6A and fibre, coordinating with the design and project support teams.

You’ll produce BOQs, pricing schedules, and identify commercial risks, while liaising with suppliers to obtain quotations and ensure timely tender submissions.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating structured cabling and data cabling projects with attention to cost control.
• Ability to read drawings, floor plans and network schematics to identify cabling routes.
• Proficient in preparing BOQs, cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Knowledge of Cat5e/6/6A and fibre optic installations and related containment.
• Strong numeracy, data analysis and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
• Experience liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations and lead times.
• UK driving licence and willingness to attend site surveys.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, technical drawings, specifications and project requirements to prepare accurate cost estimates for structured cabling installations.
• Calculate quantities of materials required, including Cat6/Cat6A cabling, fibre optic cables, patch panels, racks, cabinets, containment and associated accessories.
• Prepare detailed bills of quantities (BOQs), pricing schedules and cost breakdowns for labour, materials, equipment and subcontractor services.
• Interpret network layouts, floor plans and technical schematics to identify cabling routes, outlet locations and installation requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and confirm material availability, pricing and lead times.
• Estimate labour requirements, installation hours and project resources to ensure accurate and commercially viable tenders.
• Identify potential project risks, technical constraints, exclusions and variations that may affect costs or installation methods.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, sales teams and procurement departments to clarify technical requirements and ensure accurate pricing.
• Attend site surveys where required to assess installation conditions, cable routes, containment requirements and access restrictions.
• Maintain estimating spreadsheets, cost databases and pricing records to support future tenders and improve estimating accuracy.
• Support value engineering exercises by identifying alternative materials, installation methods and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance.

Skills

Structured cabling

Data cabling

Fibre optics

BOQ preparation

Cost estimation

Tender submissions

Drawing interpretation

Labour costing

Pricing negotiation

Project multitasking

Health and safety

Excel

AutoCAD

Network layouts

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Streamline Search Ltd is seeking a Structured Cabling and Network Infrastructure Estimator in City of London. You will review drawings and prepare cost estimates for structured cabling installations, including Cat5e/6/6A and fibre, coordinating with the design and project support teams.

You’ll produce BOQs, pricing schedules, and identify commercial risks, while liaising with suppliers to obtain quotations and ensure timely tender submissions.