Qualifications
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Must be local to the San Antonio/Austin area
Minimum of 5-year estimation experience
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life
401K with company match
Paid time off
Responsibilities
The Estimator is responsible for Voice Data System Design and detailed specifications
The VD Estimator will be responsible to assemble materials and labor estimates for proposals and bids
Determine material quantities, pricing, and labor to complete the installation according to the customer’s expectations
Assist in the business in Austin and surrounding areas, services such as Design, Engineering, and the installation of Building Automated Systems
Assist in the design of a managed service department and extended warranty program, and present designs to our customers
Assist Electra Link’s sales team with client visits and presentations
Perform comprehensive, voice and data bids for customers, including low voltage wiring, trim-out, equipment rack setup-layout, and system processing
Participation in all meetings as needed
Partner with Sales, Project Management, Purchasing, Service, and Fabrication to interpret project specifications and drawings, determine system layout, and system testing and develop a bill of materials to include the appropriate amount of job-related labor to perform the project, generate comprehensive project equipment lists and scope of work
Design building layouts, floor plans, rack elevations, etc
Utilizing various formats
Create job packets to include a bill of materials, accurate equipment order sheets, scope of work for the installation, scope of work for the programming, contact list (project information sheet “PIS”), job safety requirements, and one-line drawings
Conduct and document final drawing review processes
Provide after-sales support and service for clients
Maintain open communication with Project Managers and Executives on the status of projects and task lists
Daily communication on the status of projects and task lists with all Electra Link’s departments working on the same job
Maintain professional work appearance and outstanding customer interaction
Comply with customer health and safety regulations and training
Effect and support change as needed to make for a pleasant working environment and assist in work-life balance for associates to maintain a profitable business
Maintain all bids in Sales Now and ensure that the information is correct and current
Attend all awarded project kickoff meetings to ensure that the operations team fully understands the project requirements of your bids
Work with Manufacturers and Distribution to register projects for the best material pricing and protection