Low Voltage Pre-Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

Perform preparation of cost estimates for Beacon low voltage construction projects, solutions or services to determine price or products or services. The focus of this work will be on projects located in Beacon's West region but are not limited to this region. This job is accountable to mitigate as much risk as possible for Beacon in the projects that are being bid on and will be the main communication bridge between the sales department and operations for all projects that are won to make for an easy transition from proposed to accepted projects. Main duties will include analyzing information from site walks and RFP documents. Putting that information into Beacon standard documents to generate detailed expenses related to the project, i.e., materials, labor, and other factors. This role will provide the sales team with a detailed proposal to send to the customer on time. The annual salary range for this role is between $100,000.00 - $120,0000.00, commensurate on relevant education, related experience, and other factors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Predict the expense of future projects or products by analyzing monetary costs and other factors.
2. Break down all expenses related to project including materials, labor, and other resources.
3. Analyze blueprints, Specifications and other documentation to prepare, time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
4. Perform onsite investigations before, during and after a project.
5. System Design and Compliance- Interpret fire codes and standards (such as NFPA 72, NEC, and local building codes) to ensure proposed life-safety systems are fully compliant.
6. Work with engineers to interpret blueprints or conceptual drawings.
7. Calculate labor hours necessary to complete a project.
8. Bid Management- Prepare clear proposals, manage multiple deadlines, and submit requests for information (RFIs) when project scopes are unclear.
9. Position yourself as a consultant to both internal and external customers.
10. Demonstrate thorough understanding of Beacon policies, procedures and guidelines.
11. Overnight travel, as necessary.
12. Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern.
13. Demonstrate understanding of Beacon projects and focus on continued skill development in all areas.
14. Arrive for work on time, dressed in a professional manner acceptable for the work to be performed.
15. leadership duties as assigned.
16. Realizing that customer relations and customer satisfaction is our primary goal, performing in a professional manner demonstrating courtesy and respect to Beacon customers.
17. Superior customer service skills to deal with both internal and external customers.
18. Must be responsible, self-motivated, self-starter, personable, well-organized.
19. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
20. Proficiency in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
21. Demonstrate effective troubleshooting and problem isolation skills.
22. Ability to think on your feet.
23. Ability to effectively communicate with customers in stressful environments.
24. Exemplify Beacon Core Values of: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork and Integrity.

OPERATE AS ONE TEAM:

1. Build strong win-win relationships with other departments within Beacon.

GO THE EXTRA MILE:

1. Do whatever it takes to ensure that Beacon bids and proposals are competitive and have the greatest chance of winning. This may require employees to arrive early, stay late, or perform tasks not specifically outlined in the job description.
2. Double-check all critical work deliverables and minimize mistakes.
3. Develop creative solutions to problems.
4. Identify creative ways to deliver additional profit if possible.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Knowledge:
   1. Must have experience Estimating and/or installing multiple systems provided by Beacon, including but not limited to, Voice & Data, Fire Alarm, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Paging, Nurse Call, and Infant Protection.
   2. Must know Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
   3. Must be self-motivated and punctual.
   4. Must be able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills both internally and externally.
   5. Must have experience with the following systems but not limited to, Edwards Fire, Rauland-Borg, Hugs, Lenel, Open Options, Milestone, Software House, and Hirsch systems.
   6. Direct familiarity with major life-safety hardware platforms, specifically Edwards/EST systems.
2. Skills and Abilities
   1. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in difficult situations with customers with various personalities and emotions.
   2. Must understand implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Is frequently called upon to handle difficult situations and be held accountable for project outcomes.
   3. Strong team player
   4. Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.
3. Education:
   1. High School Diploma or approved equivalent.
4. Experience:
   1. Minimum three years of experience in the following, low voltage construction, estimating, or project budgeting.
      1. Structured Cabling / Voice and Data
      2. Access Control
      3. Video Surveillance
      4. Paging
      5. Nurse Call
      6. Infant Protection
      7. Fire Alarm (Edwards Fire)
   2. Minimum one year of experience Estimating and/or installing the systems listed above.
   3. Experience in low voltage estimating is a plus.
5. Certifications:
   1. NICET Level 1 or higher

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. This position is a hybrid role after the initial onboarding phase has been completed. Must be in the office three times a week, with one of the days being Monday or Friday.
2. A work environment can be an office environment, medical facility, educational facility, commercial facility or a customer site under construction, renovation, or warehouse space.
3. Job sites will have a variety of environmental factors including but not limited to noise, dust, and temperature changes.
4. Candidates must have the capability to transfer job sites, as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Requires prolonged sitting, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for data input.
2. Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to fifty pounds.
3. Must maintain a clear background check to satisfy customer job site badging requirements.
4. Must be willing to submit to all vaccinations and screening tests required for customer jobsite badging protocol.
5. Maintain a clear drug and alcohol screening protocol.
6. 20-30% travel requirement, as needed.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Supervisors or management may ask you to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Beacon Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.