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E2 Optics

Award-Winning, Woman-Owned, Low Voltage IT Solutions Integrator

National Estimator

Location

United States

Posted

44 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

High School5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

National Estimator

E2 Optics

• Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures • Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture • Prepare complete cost estimates for projects • Understand and monitor program of work to ensure estimates are completed prior to deadlines • Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation • Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency • Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders • Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate • Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders • Follow-up at the end of a project to close any loops in the estimating process • Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and specifications for medium to large hard bid / lump sum projects to determine overall project requirements • Take ownership of medium to large size estimates or a component of larger estimates and is accountable for that specific work scope • Complete final cost estimate, adding all labor, equipment, material data, pricing documentation, overhead, and profit margins, and produces a final bid submission • Identify associated risk factors, including monitoring of published addenda that may alter original project scope • Complete full quantity take-off of all labor, equipment, and materials • Capture and understand trade scopes and communicate gaps / missing information • Coordinate and work with sales development and project management team to create site logistics, schedule, and execution plan • Review current material and construction equipment pricing and ensure that bid validity and price escalation are addressed and meet project's needs • Assist or lead in preparing final bid documents for submission to client to meet contract deadline requirements • Support estimating efforts of multiple office locations • Maintain data in E2 Optics' systems • Read and understand blueprints • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • RCDD is preferred
  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience estimating large scale new commercial construction projects including mission critical data centers and structure cable projects preferred
  • Structured Cabling/Low Voltage industry experience required
  • Bluebeam experience REQUIRED
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD is preferred
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)
  • Must have the proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the company's proposed solutions utilizing the software resources provided by the company
  • Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
  • Impeccable problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated detail orientation
  • Demonstrated and effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong ability to work in teams and foster confidence in all
  • Solid proven estimating skills and understanding of conceptual estimating skillset
  • Ability to independently develop accurate, detailed, complete estimates

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • BICSI training facilities
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays

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