REMOTE SENIOR ESTIMATOR - HYPERSCALE

Comnet Communications; New York (NY); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Comnet Communications is seeking a Remote Senior Estimator to lead complex bid estimates for data center and low voltage commercial projects. You will review documents, write scopes, and prepare comprehensive bid packages while coordinating with sales, project management, and operations.

The role emphasizes accurate take-offs, pricing with safety in mind, and mentoring junior staff. Travel up to 20% and a strong customer focus are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 8+ years field experience in a lead role.
• 15+ years’ experience as PM or Estimator developing cost estimates.
• Strong knowledge/experience of Data Centers.
• Sound knowledge of BICSI design principles.
• Good numeracy and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents to determine details of complex low voltage commercial construction projects.
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimates in response to bid specifications and safety protocols.
• Prepare bid packages to include proposal, safety requirements and all supporting documents.
• Determine project timelines based on project complexities and construction environments.
• Execute take-offs of documents.
• Mentor junior estimating staff and provide bid reviews.
• Attend site-walks and pre-bid meetings to document site conditions for estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Data centers

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

BICSI design principles

Numeracy

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Remote Senior Estimator is responsible for project engineering and estimating complex, multidisciplined projects. Analyzing blueprint, job specifications and other relevant bid

documents to create profitable, accurate cost estimates in adherence to company quality and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review bid documents to determine details of complex low voltage commercial construction projects.
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimates in response to bid specifications and safety protocols.
• Prepare bid packages to include proposal, safety requirements and all supporting documents.
• Determine project timelines based on project complexities to include outside/inside plant details, network specifications and construction environments.
• Execute take-offs of documents.
• Work with Chief Estimator, Executive Director and Account Executive to determine customer project goals and timelines.
• Attend site-walk and pre-bid meetings, documenting site conditions for use in the development of accurate cost estimates.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management, field and operations to effectively transition projects and streamline communications.
• Provide estimating oversite and bid review to junior members of estimating team.
• Monitor industry trends, labor costs, and material pricing to maintain up-to-date and accurate estimates.
• Work with manufacturers and distribution to obtain pricing for materials.
• Work with management to determine labor capabilities and rates, equipment and other requirements.
• Perform project hand-offs with team upon project reward.
• Work with operations and project managers to identify, price, and document change orders.
• Prove mentorship and training to junior members of estimating and project management team.
• Work with Chief Estimator and leadership to determine best practices regarding safety and project management.
• Ability to support the SW region; travel 20% of the time
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or 8 + years field experience in a lead role and some industry certifications.
• 15 plus years’ experience as a PM or Estimator developing cost estimates.
• Strong knowledge/experience of Data Centers
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam, working knowledge of AutoCAD a plus.
• Sound knowledge of BICSI design principles.
• Good numeracy and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of material properties.
• An understanding of installation processes and construction methods.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

The worker is subject to inside and outdoor environmental conditions.

EEO

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. An employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.