Senior Hyperscale Estimator — Remote, ~20% Travel

COMNET COMMUNICATIONS; Flower Mound (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

COMNET COMMUNICATIONS is seeking a Remote Senior Estimator to lead complex low voltage commercial projects, analyze blueprints, and develop profitable cost estimates while upholding safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years as PM/Estimator, data center expertise, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus. The role requires collaboration across teams and travel up to 20% for site reviews.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Lead role experience

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certifications desired

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

COMNET COMMUNICATIONS is seeking a Remote Senior Estimator to lead complex low voltage commercial projects, analyze blueprints, and develop profitable cost estimates while upholding safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years as PM/Estimator, data center expertise, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus. The role requires collaboration across teams and travel up to 20% for site reviews.