Estimator

Founded in 1985, with offices in Houston, College Station, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin, Electra Link remains at the forefront of technology. Our professional capabilities range from one network cable drop to turnkey multi-building installations and offshore rig projects, including full audiovisual and security systems. Our Registered Communication Distribution Designers (RCDD) have designed and installed thousands of structured cabling systems, and our AV systems integration teams have a depth of experience unmatched in the industry.

Job Summary

The Estimator is responsible for Voice Data System Design and detailed specifications. The VD Estimator will be responsible for assembling materials and labor estimates for proposals and bids. Determine material quantities, pricing, and labor to complete the installation according to the customer’s expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Must be local to the Austin area

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5-year estimation experience

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off