Low Voltage Communications Estimator
| Position Title: | Low Voltage Communications Estimator |
| Position Type: | Direct-Hire |
| Location: | Phoenix, AZ 85015 |
| Hours: | Full-Time |
| Availability: | Days and Evenings |
| Salary: | Starting salary $60,000 |
SanTrac Technologies is a highly innovative Information Technology and Low Volage Solutions provider. We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled individual to fill our Low Voltage Communications Estimator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The right person for this position will estimate for low voltage and structured cabling projects; they will attend pre-construction conferences. The Estimator is directly responsible for submitting quotes on Private, City and Urban projects. The qualified individual is responsible for submitting quotes and working with local utility companies, electrical contractors and general contractors. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
SKILLS:
- Outstanding communication skills
- Great customer relation skills
- Ability to follow directions
- Exceptional written and non-verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and initiate action
- Excellent technical knowledge
- The capacity to work well on your own or on a team
- Reliable and self-motivated individual
- Coachable and willing to learn SanTrac Technologies procedures
- Ability to walk on uneven ground, climb, reach, grasp, manipulate objects, perform keyboard and data input, use a telephone and /or communicate equipment, perform light lifting, kneel, squat and sit for extended periods of time.
JOB DUTIES:
- Inspect project site being bid and produce bid documents
- Create relationship with general contractors, sub-contractors and project managers
- Work with material/equipment distributors to get material cost
- Analysis of publications and perform Internet research on upcoming projects to bid in Arizona and California
- Attend required bid meetings
- Inspect project site being bid and produce bid documents
- Assist with the preparation of subcontracts and purchase orders
- Work with subcontractors, ensuring all required material certifications and payrolls are being timely submitted
- Review pay estimates and sub-estimates
- Create relationship with general contractors and sub-contractors
- Work with material /equipment distributors to get material cost
- Monitor field operations
- Analysis of publications and perform Internet research on upcoming projects to bid in various states
- Monitor competitors (location of competitor projects versus location of Arizona projects)
- Yearly updates on various programs (e.g. DBE,)
- Public Relations/ organize various functions
- Assist in billing out private work invoices
- Maintain CONFIDELITALITY of all project-related information
- Perform other related duties as required, directed, or as the situation dictates
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, Civil engineering, or equivalent experience
- Prefer two to three (2-3) years minimum Estimating/Project Management experience
- Require direct experience low voltage/structured wiring
- Microsoft Excel (advanced experience)
- Microsoft Project (some experience preferred but not required)
EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor Degree in Construction Management, Civil engineering, or equivalent experience
- Prefer two to three (2-3) years minimum Estimating/Project Management experience
- Require direct experience low voltage/structured wiring
BENEFITS OFFERED:
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Workplace perks such as Free Onsite Gym
- Workers compensation