Project Estimator - Low Voltage

ISN Global Enterprises, Inc.; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPSP Profit Sharing

Medical & dental plans

Paid PTO & holidays

Job summary

ISN Global Enterprises, Inc. seeks a meticulous Low-Voltage Project Estimator in Claremont, CA. You will lead takeoffs, cost estimation, and bid packages for nurse call, structured cabling, security, fire alarms, and AV systems.

You’ll source bids, analyze blueprints, perform site visits, and collaborate with Sales, Engineering and PM teams to ensure accurate, competitive proposals. Industry certifications and construction experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Experience as an estimator in the low-voltage or commercial construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of nurse call, structured cabling, security, fire alarm, and AV systems.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail, strong time-management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Bid opportunity sourcing from bid boards and industry aggregate sites.
• Review project specs, drawings, and scope documents to determine technical requirements.
• Attend pre-bid site visits to evaluate conditions and verify scope details.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for materials, labor and equipment.
• Develop detailed estimates covering labor, materials, equipment and permits.
• Solicit, negotiate and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Identify cost-saving value engineering opportunities while maintaining scope and quality.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Project Management for accurate handoffs.
• Maintain cost history records and stay updated on industry pricing and trends.

Skills

Low-voltage systems

Estimating software

Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Position Overview:

Department: Sales

Reports To: Executive Vice President

Location: Claremont, CA

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Low-Voltage Project Estimator to join our growing team in Claremont, CA. In this role, you will lead the estimation process for diverse low-voltage systems—including nurse call systems, structured cabling, security, fire alarms, and audio-visual (AV) solutions. You will be responsible for sourcing RFPs, analyzing blueprints, conducting precise takeoffs, and crafting competitive bid packages in collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bid Opportunity Sourcing: Monitor bid boards and industry aggregate sites to identify viable low-voltage projects aligned with our capabilities.
• Blueprint & Document Analysis: Conduct thorough reviews of project specs, drawings, and scope documents to determine technical requirements.
• Site Visits & Walkthroughs: Attend pre-bid job walks and site visits to evaluate existing field conditions, verify scope details, and identify potential installation challenges.
• Quantity Takeoffs: Execute precise material, labor, and equipment takeoffs for complex low-voltage scopes.
• Cost Estimating & Bid Preparation: Build detailed estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, and permits to build clear, competitive bid packages.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Solicit, negotiate, and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Value Engineering: Identify innovative cost-saving strategies and value-engineering opportunities while maintaining scope integrity and quality.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, and Project Management teams to refine estimates and ensure seamless handoffs.
• Data Maintenance & Industry Insights: Maintain cost history records and internal databases while staying current on industry pricing, emerging technologies, and trends.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience: Proven track record as an estimator in the low-voltage or commercial construction sector.
• Technical Expertise: Strong domain knowledge across low voltage systems: nurse call, structured cabling, security, fire alarm, and commercial AV systems.
• Software Skills: High proficiency in standard industry estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Core Competencies: Analytical thinker with exceptional attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and effective communication capabilities.

Preferred:

• Industry Certifications: BICSI (RCDD, DCDC, etc.) or AVIXA certifications are highly preferred.
• Manufacturer Knowledge: Familiarity with major AV/control systems (e.g., Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).

Physical & Environmental Requirements (ADA):

• Ability to operate standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers).
• Ability to sit for extended periods (2+ hours at a time).
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to climb small footstools or ladders independently to review files or equipment.
• Ability to travel independently between local sites or business locations as needed.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Profitability Performance Sharing Plan: Eligible to participate in the ISN Profitability Performance Sharing Plan (PPSP).
• Insurance: Medical and dental plans.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) plus recognized company holiday pay.