Network Estimator - Structured Cabling/Technology Systems

Walker Engineering; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Engineering in Irving, TX seeks an experienced Structured Cabling/Technology Systems Estimator/Designer for commercial construction. You will work with sales and project teams to estimate labor and material costs, review RFPs, develop RFIs, and prepare submittals and change orders for lucrative data center, office, and healthcare projects.

The role requires deep cabling knowledge, strong budgeting skills, and proficiency with MS Office; onsite collaboration with multiple teams is

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in structured cabling construction.
• RCDD strongly preferred; other BICSI certifications a plus.
• Knowledge of BICSI/EIA-TIA cabling standards.
• Experience estimating projects between $1M-$5M and higher.
• Conceptual budgeting and cost modeling experience.
• Strong MS Office proficiency (Excel/Word).

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs with the team to define scope and requirements.
• Develop RFIs as needed during the bid process.
• Perform take-offs for material counts from plans.
• Compile information to build accurate labor and materials estimates.
• Interact with distributors and manufacturers for pricing.
• Write up services based on plans and specs.
• Identify scope gaps for complete, operable systems.
• Prepare job-specific submittals and change orders.
• Represent Walker Engineering at trade shows and events.
• Turn estimates into documentation for the operations team.

Skills

RCDD Certified

Estimating

Cost Modeling

MS Office

SOW Writing

Field Knowledge

AV/Security

BICSI Standards

Project Budgeting

Team Collaboration

Job description

Walker Engineering in Irving is seeking an estimator in structured cabling/technology systems in commercial construction projects.

Overall Scope

The Structured Cabling/Technology Systems Estimator/Designer position works closely with our sales team, clients, and project teams to provide an understanding of the client needs and produce an estimate of materials and labor to provide the services to meet those needs.

• Perform all duties as outlined below in a Positive Team environment.


• Interact with Sales, Project Team, and Clients


• Review Request for Proposals (RFP) with Team


• Develop Request for Information’s (RFI) as needed


• Review & Understand Specifications as required of the RFP


• Perform physical take-offs of plans for counts of materials


• Compile information to provide an accurate cost model/estimate of labor and materials


• Interact with Distributors and Manufacturers for product pricing


• Perform write up of services to be performed based on plans and specifications


• Utilize industry knowledge to assess accuracy of RFP


• Conduct site surveys when necessary


• Identify Scope Gap that is necessary for a complete and operational system


• Design Structured Cabling Systems when required


• Compile to turn over documentation for Operations Team.


• Prepare job specific submittals


• Prepare Change Orders as necessary


• Represent Walker Engineering at Trade Shows and other Industry Events

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Organized, Detailed, and Accuracy Orientated


• Minimum 10 years of experience in structured cabling construction.


• Industry Certifications: RCDD strongly preferred, Other BICSI Certifications a plus


• Knowledge of Cabling Standards (BICSI, EIA/TIA)


• Estimating/Design experience with: Mission Critical / Datacenters (Hyperscale, Colo, Enterprise, etc), Commercial Office Buildings, Manufacturing, Healthcare (Hospitals, MOB, etc)


• Experience estimating projects between $1M - $5M and higher


• Conceptual Project Budgeting/Cost Modeling


• Field Installation knowledge/experience a plus


• Audio/Visual and Security Systems knowledge/experience a plus


• Skillful in writing detailed Scope of Work (SOW)


• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel & Word a must)


• Working knowledge of computing programs

This is an onsite position based out of the Walker Irving office. This job operates in a client project environment with exposure to employees, subcontractors, and trades.