Low Voltage Estimator

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively seeks materials, tools, and techniques that provide an advantage over competitors during the design, bid, and/or construction phases.
• Focused on mastering current estimating processes and software, while looking for ways to improve estimating efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to estimate small service work, service contract, or project work.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare estimates with a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain detailed files of working documentation to support estimates.
• Attend site visits for proposed projects; taking accurate notes such as ceiling height, level of difficulty, distances and overall conditions which affect installation and bid take-off.
• Work under deadline pressures in an efficient, composed, and calm manner
• Provide estimates to internal (co-workers) and external clients within the time frames they specify, in a friendly and professional manner.
• Present detailed information to our operations team during internal hand off meetings.
• Correspond with architects, engineers, owner’s reps, etc. to obtain missing information.
• Assist fellow estimators in client proposal and presentation preparation, may participate in owner/GC presentations.
• Work consistently within estimating process; calendar invite, bid checklist, pre-bid meeting, estimate production, proposal methodology, bid review, delivery, and CRM tracking.
• Review specifications and drawings to determine scope of work.
• Coordinate design / build projects with Engineering Department, as necessary. Design electrical systems or assist in design as necessary.
• Stays current on NEC and building codes.
• Participate in new product demonstrations and envisions potential applications for our clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of related low voltage construction experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Construction knowledge.
• Knowledge of code and municipal permitting and licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and confidentiality.
• Ability to consistently track and record his/her own work.
• Must possess the ability to work within scheduled deadlines.
• Tactful in their dealings with people using good client service and interpersonal skills, communicating effectively with co-workers and managers.
• Strong computer proficiency and trouble-shooting skills, especially with Microsoft Office programs, the Internet and estimating software.
• Knowledge of costs associated with actions performed within their position.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships.
• Willing to explain, guide and train as opportunities arise.
• The ability to work overtime on occasion may be necessary.
• Able to adapt to changing schedules with short notice.
• Technical industry certifications (PMP, BICSI)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional evening and weekend work to meet deadlines.
• Participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
• Minimal travel between the Hawaiian Islands may be required.