Estimator

Description:

ABOUT NETWORK CONTROLS & ELECTRIC, LLC

At Network Controls, we provide high-quality single-source design, installation, and maintenance of communication networks and technology infrastructure. Team members specialize in niche industries, including office and industrial, educational facilities, healthcare, manufacturing, and the public sector (including military and quasi-government facilities). With project teams in Greenville, South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, and Charleston, South Carolina, we serve companies and organizations throughout the Southeast. Our customers choose us because of our track record. We get the job done right, on time, with no hassle. Our team members are highly certified, with the experience to design and install robust networks and systems for each industry we serve.

The Estimator is responsible for determining project cost, project duration, and estimated project revenue. This includes evaluating factors such as labor costs, material costs, equipment rentals, specialized software and hardware, project location, permitting, and licensing. The Estimator will collaborate frequently with the Director of Engineering & Estimating, as well as the Sales and Project Management teams, to ensure each project meets all financial and regulatory guidelines.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Perform take-offs and prepare quotes for customers and prospective clients.
• Work closely with customers to understand product and part specifications and respond to detailed questions and inquiries.
• Apply knowledge of company operations, industry standards, and mathematical skills to calculate labor hours, materials, and outside services required to produce a quote from a customer request.
• Provide accurate estimates in response to quotation requests from company accounts and positively influence their buying decisions.
• Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings and meet with vendors as required.
• Update the Estimating & Engineering Coordinator with database system information to track projects in coordination with the Sales Team.
• Develop and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify customer project expectations.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding quotations.
• Interact professionally with customers and contractor personnel.
• Collaborate with other estimators handling different aspects of bids and quotes.
• Work independently and interface directly with executive-level customers.
• Ensure an accurate bill of materials accompanies each RFQ, showing material quantity, description, and part numbers when requested.
• Carefully review RFQ assumptions, noting that each quote may carry specific and differing assumptions.
• Convey detailed project information to Project Managers and Field Technicians during kick-off meetings and throughout existing projects to assist in problem-solving.
• Provide a detailed scope of work (SOW) with each RFQ, enabling the customer to clearly understand the proposal and allowing Project Managers and Technicians to understand the installation process and specifications.
• Assist with projects as assigned by the Director of Engineering & Estimating.
• Manage change in a controlled and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

What We Offer

In addition to competitive pay, stable employment, and growth opportunities, we offer a comprehensive total compensation and rewards package that includes:

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Training and certification opportunities
• Cross-training opportunities
• Employee appreciation events
• Company apparel and merchandise, including hats and a variety of other items
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as disability and voluntary life options - effective the first of the month following the date of hire
• 401(k) participation with employer match (upon meeting eligibility) and 100% immediate vesting

Network Controls is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements:

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience within the telecommunications Low Voltage Systems industry OR strong estimating experience
• Experience supporting executive level management.
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Strong communication skills including listening and speaking.
• Strong organizational skills to include but not limited to record keeping, time management and follow-up.
• Excellent attention to detail and sense of urgency, with an emphasis on quality of work.
• Experience with public utilities, federal, state, local governments and commercial installations.
• Ability to analyze and understand blueprints project drawings/plans, specifications and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material and labor estimates.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Beneficial Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of Structured Cabling Horizontal & Backbone twisted pair copper voice / data, fiber optics and low voltage systems wiring.
• Extensive knowledge of Wireless Access, Access Controls, Surveillance Systems, and AV / camera systems.
• Industry and manufacturer training certifications (BICSI training certification, CommScope, Leviton, Corning, Ortonics, Panduit etc.)
• Revue, Blue Beam software knowledge and skills