Designer

Utilicom; Missouri; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Utilicom is seeking an experienced estimator to lead the cost analysis for large low-voltage projects, including structured cabling, fiber optics, access control and video surveillance. This full-time role requires 5+ years of estimating expertise, professional accreditation (RCDD) or equivalent, and strong CAD/office software skills.

You will work onsite across client sites in Missouri with a focus on accurate BOM, pricing, and scope of work.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of estimating large low-voltage systems incl. structured cabling, fiber optics, access control and video surveillance.
• RCDD or equivalent accreditation or experience.
• Solid knowledge of building codes, electrical codes, communication standards, and installation best practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, notes, and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys to help understand project site and customer solution.
• Develop accurate bill of materials and obtain pricing to provide cabling solutions.
• Acquire project documents, perform take-offs, review specs, estimate materials and labor accurately.
• Price materials with vendors, secure pricing from sub-contractors when applicable, and prepare a complete estimate and scope of work using our software.
• Prepare and type a detailed cost proposal with scope of work.
• Manage awarded projects and coordinate with project foreman throughout the installation.
• Prepare and submit post-installation as-builts and submittals.

Skills

Low-voltage estimation

RCDD or equivalent

Blueprints reading

Written and verbal communication

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

RCDD or equivalent accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job description

Qualifications:

• Must have 5+ years’ experience estimating large low-voltage systems including structured cabling, fiber optics, access control and video surveillance.
• Must have RCDD or equivalent accreditation or experience.
• Solid knowledge of building codes, electrical codes, communication standards, and installation best practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, notes, and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Visio.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys to help understand project site and customer solution.
• Develop accurate bill of materials and obtain pricing to provide cabling solutions.
• Acquire project documents, perform take-offs, review specs, estimate materials and labor accurately.
• Price materials with vendors, secure pricing from sub-contractors when applicable, and prepare a complete estimate and scope of work using our software.
• Prepare and type a detailed cost proposal with scope of work.
• Manage awarded projects and coordinate with project foreman throughout the installation.
• Prepare and submit post-installation as-builts and submittals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan