Audio Visual Design Estimator

2 months ago


Salt Lake City, United States Ford Audio-Video Systems Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Welcome to Ford AV, where cutting-edge integration of audio, video, lighting, music, and technical aptitude forms the cornerstone of extraordinary experiences. If you're a tech-savvy individual deeply immersed in the intricacies of AV technology, we extend a warm invitation to join us on an exciting journey. This opportunity isn't just a job posting; it's a compelling call to channel your technical skills and creativity onto a platform where innovation and passion harmonize seamlessly. Join our team today and become a catalyst for next-generation advancements in the audio video world

Why Ford AV?

Ford AV is America’s leading audiovisual solutions integrator. With over 50 years of experience, we are the complete technology provider for the nation’s top enterprise brands for design, installation, and service of professional sound systems, AV systems, video conferencing systems, networks, and security surveillance systems. Ford AV strives for excellence in all aspects of our work and brand including offering competitive compensation, benefits, and perks for our team members.

  • Ongoing Industry Training
  • PTO & Major Holidays
  • Health & Life Insurance
  • 401k Matching
  • Discretionary Profit Sharing
  • Advancement Opportunities

What you will be doing:

The Design Estimator provides audio, video, lighting and control system designs based on Ford AV and industry standards. They design provisions to include line drawings, rack details, and narrative descriptions as required to the DSE for pricing and labor estimate. Additionally, the Design Estimator must work with the sales team to obtain proper clarifications from the client or vendor.

Qualifications:

  • AV Systems design experience
  • CTS-D and/or CTS-I preferred
  • Bachelors in EE or EET Desired
  • Experience with Visio, Excel, Word
  • AV Installation experience preferred
  • Ability to Read Specs and Plans
  • Ability to Prepare a Bill of Materials and Preliminary Labor/Travel Cost Estimates
  • Strong Oral and Written Communication
  • Excellent Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Prior Experience with Construction Management
  • Strong Time Management and Self-Management Skills
  • Seeking Long-Term Employment

Drug Testing:
Ford is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, personnel in safety- sensitive positions are subject to drug testing. Moreover, pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and/or post-accident drug testing may be conducted in accordance with company policy and all applicable laws in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. All applicants for this position tentatively selected for employment at Ford are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Ford is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Company DescriptionEstablished in 1973, Ford AV employs 550+ with offices across the United States. As an AV commercial integrator, Ford installs systems in arenas, airports, entertainment venues, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, schools and even stadiums. Typical AV systems include digital signage, video walls, sound systems, and videoconferencing. In addition, Ford designs intricate lighting systems for performance halls and broadcast television. Ford also installs network operation centers (NOC) for telecommunication providers and systems within command and control rooms for the US military. Most systems are digital, controlled using software designed by Ford’s engineers and consistently monitored by two dedicated software development teams. Recognized as one of the top audio-video integrators in the nation, Ford AV is known for installing some of the largest and most complex AV projects for ExxonMobil, AT&T, Houston Intercontinental Airport, State Farm, Fannie Mae, Apple, Denver International Airport, Broncos Stadium, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Cyber Warfare Integration Center for the U.S. Military. You can learn more about Ford AV's projects here: https://www.fordav.com/industries/Company DescriptionEstablished in 1973, Ford AV employs 550+ with offices across the United States. As an AV commercial integrator, Ford installs systems in arenas, airports, entertainment venues, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, schools and even stadiums. Typical AV systems include digital signage, video walls, sound systems, and videoconferencing. In addition, Ford designs intricate lighting systems for performance halls and broadcast television. Ford also installs network operation centers (NOC) for telecommunication providers and systems within command and control rooms for the US military. Most systems are digital, controlled using software designed by Ford’s engineers and consistently monitored by two dedicated software development teams. Recognized as one of the top audio-video integrators in the nation, Ford AV is known for installing some of the largest and most complex AV projects for ExxonMobil, AT&T, Houston Intercontinental Airport, State Farm, Fannie Mae, Apple, Denver International Airport, Broncos Stadium, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Cyber Warfare Integration Center for the U.S. Military. You can learn more about Ford AV's projects here: https://www.fordav.com/industries/

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