Senior Estimator & Designer, Structured Cabling

Walker Engineering; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Engineering in Irving, TX is seeking an experienced Estimator/Designer for structured cabling and technology systems in commercial construction projects. You will work closely with the sales team, clients, and project teams to develop accurate material and labor estimates and provide a clear cost model for services.

Responsibilities include RFP/RFI development, plan take-offs, site surveys, and turning plans into submittals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in structured cabling construction.
• Strong knowledge of cabling standards (BICSI, EIA/TIA).
• Budgeting/cost modeling and conceptual project budgeting experience.
• Experience estimating projects from $1M to $5M and higher.
• Willingness to design structured cabling systems and prepare submittals.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs with the team to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Perform physical take-offs from plans and specs.
• Coordinate with distributors and manufacturers for pricing.
• Prepare job-specific submittals and change orders.
• Represent Walker Engineering at trade shows and industry events.

Skills

10+ years cabling exp

Organized

Detail oriented

Accuracy oriented

RCDD preferred

BICSI certifications a plus

Cabling standards knowledge

Budgeting/cost modeling

Estimate labor & materials

SOW writing

MS Excel

MS Word

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Walker Engineering in Irving, TX is seeking an experienced Estimator/Designer for structured cabling and technology systems in commercial construction projects. You will work closely with the sales team, clients, and project teams to develop accurate material and labor estimates and provide a clear cost model for services.

Responsibilities include RFP/RFI development, plan take-offs, site surveys, and turning plans into submittals.