Estimator structured cable

IES Communications; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking an Experienced Structured Cable Estimator to support sales and project staff in developing design and engineering solutions for bids. The Estimator ensures accurate, up-to-date estimates and assists in day-to-day sales and project activities.

The role requires reading blueprints, coordinating with sales and operations, and maintaining cost estimates while meeting bid deadlines. Travel within the branch/regional territory may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in estimating for structured cabling projects.
• Ability to read blueprints and project documents.
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication with internal teams and customers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete project engineering, select applicable materials, and define basis for estimating labor.
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimates in response to bid specifications.
• Assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity.
• Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of engineering solutions.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation.
• Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
• Follow company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products.
• Work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials.
• Provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per company's recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
• Ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and company quality and safety level at all times.
• Attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the company's training guidelines.
• Meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within a very strict timeframe.
• Attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Customer interaction

Written and oral communication

Problem solving

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)

Job description

Job Title

Experienced Structured Cable Estimator

Job Summary

The Estimator is the person who supports the sales and projects staff in developing design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities. The Engineer/Estimator keeps the estimates accurate and information up to date. The Estimator will also assist in the day-to-day sales and projects activities of the Company.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide complete project engineering, select applicable materials, and define basis for assigning and estimating labor.
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
• Assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity.
• Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of engineering solutions.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation.
• Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
• Follow company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products.
• Work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials.
• Provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per company's recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
• Ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and company quality and safety level at all times.
• Attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the company's training guidelines.
• Meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within a very strict timeframe.
• Attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the company.
• RCDD preferred, but not required.
• Structured Cabling industry experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Must meet company minimum driving standards.
• Proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop written and graphic representation of the company's proposed solutions utilizing software resources provided by the company.
• Possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
• Minimum years of experience: 4-6 years.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, and able to help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.

Salary Range

Min USD $60,000.00/Yr. Max USD $100,000.00/Yr.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans. Encouraged to Apply. The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.