Estimator, Fiber Construction

Concordia Group; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K with company match

Healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision

Company paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Vacation and sick pay (15 days)

Holiday pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Triad Associates Inc., a division of Concordia Group, seeks an experienced Estimator, Fiber Construction to support growth of fiber projects nationwide. This fully remote role requires travel to bid meetings and site walks up to 25% of the time.

Competitive annual bonus complements a strong pay range and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in fiber optic construction, proficiency in responding to RFPs, and solid estimating experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in fiber optic construction.
• Experience responding to RFPs and developing competitive construction proposals.
• Experience reviewing RFPs, scopes of work, construction plans, or bid packages.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, production rates, labor requirements, and project costs.
• Experience with fiber construction for major carriers, utilities, municipalities, or broadband providers.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFPs, bid packages, scopes of work, drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Develop project estimates, pricing, schedules, and resource requirements in coordination with leadership.
• Prepare and submit professional responses to RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and potential cost impacts prior to submitting proposals.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, operations, finance, and executive leadership to develop competitive and accurate proposals.
• Participate in customer meetings, bid reviews, scope discussions, and project negotiations as needed.

Skills

Fiber optic construction

RFP responses

Proposal development

Estimating

Reading plans & specs

Travel readiness

MS Excel & Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Office - Excel & Outlook

Job description

Triad Associates (part of the Concordia Wireless family) is a nationwide construction services firm specializing in the development of wireless communication sites, with a focus on supporting telecom networks. We are contracted by major carries to facilitate network upgrades including conversions from 4G to 5G. Our services include construction management, electrical and civil modernization, antenna and line (A&L) tower work, tower maintenance, fiber optic network deployment, commissioning and integration, directional boring, trenching, and excavating. Our expertise spans a wide range of projects.

We are seeking an experienced Estimator, Fiber Construction. Role is fully remote with 25% field travel to attend bid meetings and occasional site walks.

Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 a year plus annual bonus

Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• 401K – with up to 6% Company Match
• Healthcare: Medical (BC/BS), Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability benefits
• Vacation Pay and Sick Pay (15 days in year 1). Days can be carried over or cashed out
• 10 Minimum Holiday Pay
• 1 floating holiday per year
• Endless opportunities for growth!

The Estimator, Fiber Construction is responsible for supporting the growth and execution of fiber construction projects from the initial RFP and proposal stage through project completion. This position combines project development and estimating.

The Estimator will review and respond to RFPs, develop project scopes and pricing. This individual will serve as a key link between customers, internal management, subcontractors, and field operations to ensure projects are properly staffed, executed safely, completed on schedule, and remain financially successful.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of fiber optic construction, telecommunications infrastructure, subcontractor management, project estimating, and field operations and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and project requirements can change quickly.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in fiber optic construction.
• Experience responding to RFPs and developing competitive construction proposals.
• Experience reviewing RFPs, scopes of work, construction plans, or bid packages.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, production rates, labor requirements, and project costs.
• Experience with fiber construction for major telecommunications carriers, utilities, municipalities, or broadband providers.
• Experience with directional boring, fiber placement, splicing, aerial construction, underground construction, and restoration is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSP fiber construction standards and industry best practices.
• Experience working with subcontractors, construction crews, or third-party field contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project locations and job sites as required.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Job Duties

RFP, Proposal Development

• Review customer RFPs, bid packages, scopes of work, drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Evaluate project requirements, construction methods, labor needs, equipment requirements, material requirements, and anticipated production rates.
• Develop project estimates, pricing, schedules, and resource requirements in coordination with leadership and other internal departments.
• Prepare and submit professional responses to RFPs, RFQs, and other customer solicitations.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and potential cost impacts prior to submitting proposals.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, operations, finance, and executive leadership to develop competitive and accurate proposals.
• Participate in customer meetings, bid reviews, scope discussions, and project negotiations as needed.
• Maintain awareness of upcoming fiber construction opportunities and support the company’s efforts to secure new work.

Financial & Performance Management

• Monitor project costs, crew costs, production rates, and overall project profitability.
• Compare actual production and costs against estimates and approved budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce unnecessary project costs.
• Review and validate subcontractor invoices and production quantities.
• Assist with forecasting project revenue, costs, labor requirements, and completion dates.
• Ensure crews are performing work within agreed-upon pricing and scope.
• Identify potential change-order opportunities and assist in documenting additional work.

Triad Associates Inc. is a division of Concordia Group. Triad Associates Inc. is a drug and alcohol free workplace including marijuana. Triad Associates Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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