AV ESTIMATOR

ComNet Communications LLC • Flower Mound, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for calculating the total cost of an Audio-Visual project by analyzing project specifications and plans, participating in discovery, determining required equipment, estimating miscellaneous materials and labor, sourcing cost estimates from suppliers and subcontractors, and compiling a comprehensive scope of work through a proposal template or requestor's form to express the value of the proposal or estimate.

Requirements

• Professional Certification - AVIXA CTS
• High School Diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience developing audio visual cost estimates
• Technical knowledge of audio visual standards and building codes
• Able to accurately interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Understanding of construction processes
• Strong analytical ability to identify potential risks and develop mitigations
• Good numeracy and computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of material properties
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to travel
• Ability to train and direct others
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to climb or reach
• Ability to see things at close vision, in color and in focus
• Ability for repetitive motions of wrist, hand, or fingers
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Responsibilities

• Review and comprehend Request for Proposal documents
• Prepare and track Request(s) for Information
• Drive discovery and needs analysis
• Attend bid meetings, walkthroughs, and site surveys
• Determine and price equipment and material list via take-off
• Develop the statement of work and responsibility matrix
• Perform labor cost estimation for each role involved
• Solicit pricing from subcontractors
• Collaborate with team to address concerns
• Analyze cost factors related to site location and conditions
• Assemble proposal compiling all costs
• Complete bidder forms and/or proposal templated
• Express estimate details and strategy to leadership
• Transfer knowledge upon award via kick-off meeting
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED