Estimator - Special Systems Specialist

2 weeks ago


San Jose, California, United States Cupertino Electric, Inc. Full time
About the Role

The Estimator, reporting to the Chief Estimator or a Senior Lead Estimator, manages all estimating activities for assigned projects. Responsibilities include but not limited to providing accurate estimates, understanding project documents and how they are applied to an estimate, and requesting and evaluating material and subcontract pricing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide an accurate, detailed estimate as an individual or while working in a team environment on various special systems.
  • Executing systems integration, along with commissioning and testing.
  • Preferred candidates will also possess knowledge and understanding of structured cabling, Audio Visual systems, access control systems, security camera systems, networking, DAS systems, fire alarm systems, ERRCS, Transit systems, Nurse Call, BMS/BAS control systems, and Aviation Systems.
  • Understand both the internal and external client's pricing needs and requests. Develop the estimate to match those pricing needs.
  • Request material and subcontract pricing based on project requirements with attention to quality assurance that all scope is covered.
  • Understanding of Value Engineering and alternative design concepts
  • Identify missing or incorrect scope and request clarification via clear RFI submission to either the internal or external clients.
  • Review with confidence, the completed estimate with the project team to ensure a complete understanding of the scope has been identified and priced.
  • Understanding of conceptual Budgeting
  • Able to complete bid forms and scope letters as required.
  • Accountable for proper record keeping with in the policies of the company.
  • Ability to learn and be trained in various systems.
Requirements
  • Understand contract documents, including drawings, specifications, etc and how they impact the estimate process.
  • Knowledgeable in design build and progressive design build processes.
  • Ability to understand other trade drawings that impact special systems take off.
  • Understanding of general Low Voltage Systems design and engineering concepts.
  • Ability to track a project's estimate progress from creation to turn over to the project team.
  • Ability to support project teams with change orders and variance reports of new scope documents.
  • Ability to create materials list, scope of work, and installation package for the operations team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to deliver customer service is paramount both internal and external.
  • Software experience to include but not limited to Microsoft Office, Teams, Blue Beam, and Accubid, along with various other company software.
Qualifications
  • Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
  • High School Diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
  • 2-3 years of experience in structured cabling and low voltage systems estimating.


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