Senior Structured Cabling Estimator & Designer

Walker Engineering; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Engineering in Irving, TX is seeking a seasoned Structured Cabling/Technology Systems Estimator/Designer to work with sales and project teams to produce accurate material and labor estimates for commercial construction projects.

The role involves take-offs, cost modeling, liaising with suppliers, preparing submittals and change orders, and supporting site surveys—onsite from the Irving office. Strong knowledge of BICSI standards and MS Office is essential; RCDD preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in structured cabling construction.
• RCDD certification strongly preferred; other BICSI certifications a plus.
• Knowledge of Cabling Standards (BICSI, EIA/TIA).
• Estimating/Design experience for datacenters, commercial offices, healthcare, manufacturing.
• Experience estimating projects between $1M - $5M and higher.
• Field installation knowledge a plus; strong SOW writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs with the team and develop RFIs as needed.
• Perform physical take-offs for counts of materials.
• Compile information to provide accurate cost models for labor and materials.
• Interact with Sales, Project Team, and Clients.
• Interact with distributors and manufacturers for pricing.
• Prepare job-specific submittals and change orders as necessary.
• Design Structured Cabling Systems when required.
• Conduct site surveys when necessary and identify scope gaps.
• Turn over documentation for Operations Team.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Estimating

Design experience

SOW writing

Client interaction

Microsoft Office

Education

RCDD certification

BICSI certifications

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Walker Engineering in Irving, TX is seeking a seasoned Structured Cabling/Technology Systems Estimator/Designer to work with sales and project teams to produce accurate material and labor estimates for commercial construction projects.

The role involves take-offs, cost modeling, liaising with suppliers, preparing submittals and change orders, and supporting site surveys—onsite from the Irving office. Strong knowledge of BICSI standards and MS Office is essential; RCDD preferred.