Estimator II

Bosch Building Technologies North America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Bosch Building Technologies North America is hiring an Estimator II for structured cabling projects in Austin, Texas. This role will involve maximizing the award of profitable contracts while working closely with the Sales, Design, and Project Management teams to ensure high-quality service.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of design experience and up to 5 years in technical fields, alongside strong analytical skills. This position offers a hybrid work model with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of design and estimation experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in low voltage system installation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost budgets based on specifications and drawings.
• Work with Engineering, Sales, and PMO to develop cost estimates.
• Maintain technical knowledge through workshops and publications.

Skills

Design and estimation experience in information technology and structured cabling systems

Strong computer skills

Understanding of network infrastructure

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in electronics or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Project / quoting software

Job description

Bosch Building Technologies – Estimator II - Structured Cabling

Headquartered in Germany, Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400,000+ associates generate sales of over €90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its future. In North America, Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drive and control technology, power tool, security and building technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare, and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41,000 associates in more than one hundred locations.

The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects. Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch’s role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single‑source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec operates in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity, maintaining its offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufacturers’ product lines across its wide range of services, including Bosch products. In 2023, Bosch acquired Canadian‑based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Bosch’s Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions.

Job Summary

As an Estimator with Bosch, your main responsibility will be to maximize the award of profitable contracts by leading estimating and bid administration activities. You will work closely with the Sales, Design, and Project Management team to ensure that our customers are provided with the highest quality service.

Ideal candidates will represent Bosch in a professional manner that aligns with our values of leadership mindset, people development, team, and client focus. A typical day could see you responding to an RFP, meeting with sales team members, working with service and project teams during installation, or working with clients to identify scope requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost budgets based on drawings, specifications, and other relevant materials
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales, and PMO to develop cost estimates for labor and logistics and detailed BOM
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents
• Compute and communicate costs through analysis of labor, material, and time requirements
• Engage subcontractors to augment Bosch’s areas of expertise to provide a complete solution
• Obtain best product prices from manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, establishing networks
• Coordinate bid proposal development with all relevant stakeholders
• Communicate project status regularly with estimation manager, account manager, and other stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of design and estimation experience in information technology and structured cabling systems
• A minimum of 5 years of technical field experience or project management of low voltage system installation
• Strong computer skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Mac OS, and project / quoting software
• A strong understanding of network infrastructure, data center design, and IT industries, including an awareness of complementary products, technologies, and trends
• An understanding of and experience with fundamental concepts pertaining to IP networks, low voltage electronics, power, and communications
• Ability to create and edit design drawings, spreadsheets, program sheets and project handover documentation
• A strong command of the English language supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and projects and be responsive to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly developed analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Motivated self‑starter with ambition to independently research new technologies as well as engineering and business methodologies/concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous and progressive experience as an estimator in the low voltage/structured cabling industry with demonstrated success completing complicated and complex estimates and designs
• Experience working with some or all the following systems

• Structured cabling – Belden, CommScope, Corning, Panduit
• Telecom equipment racks, cabinets, and cable raceway
• Structured cabling support system and pathway equipment
• Access Control – LenelS2, Software House, Avigilon, Kantech, Genetec, AMAG, RBH
• CCTV – Milestone, Avigilon, Genetec
• Intrusion – Bosch, DSC, DMP, Senstar, Southwest Microwave
• Network Switching – Cisco, Ruckus, HPE
• RTLS – Actall, Guard RFID
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) – Schneider, Omron
• Door Hardware – any, considered assets
• Audio Visual – Crestron, Extron, Neat, etc.

• Experience in a technical sales role or system design would be considered an asset
• Post‑secondary education in electronics, electrical, or equivalent would be considered an asset
• Excellent organization and attention to detail

Physical Demands

• Must be able to effectively communicate (see, hear, speak, and write clearly) to colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment
• Position is a desk job requiring the use of computer, keyboard, and phone

Working Conditions

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• This is a hybrid office position

Additional Information

• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday‑Friday, overtime and on‑call when necessary
• Travel Requirements: N/A
• Medical
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life/AD&D/LTD
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, you can reach out to our HR team for support at 602‑944‑3330 or email [e-mail]. Please note our HR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.