Estimator Structured Cable

Job Summary

Experienced Structured Cable Estimator

The Estimator is the person who supports the sales and projects staff in developing design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities. The Engineer/Estimator keeps the estimates accurate and information up to date. The Estimator will also assist in the day-to-day sales and projects activities of the Company.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• The Estimator will provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials and define basis for assigning and estimating labor. Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
• The Estimator will assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity. Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of the engineering solutions.
• The Estimator will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation. Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
• The Estimator will follow Company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products. The Estimator will work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials.
• The Estimator will provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per Company’s recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
• The Estimator will ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and Company quality and safety level at all times.
• The Estimator will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the Company’s training guidelines.
• The Estimator will meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within and have the ability to meet a very strict timeframe.
• The Estimator will attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed.
• The Estimator will complete other responsibilities as assigned
  
  
  

Min

USD $60,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $100,000.00/Yr.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, able to help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.
  
  
  

Education, Certification, License, And Skill Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the company.
• RCDD preferred, but not required.
• Structured Cabling industry experience preferred but not required.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Must meet company minimum driving standards.
• 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.
• Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
  
  
  

Minimum Years Of Experience

4-6

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply

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