Experienced Structured Cable Estimator/Security Estimator Job Summary: The Estimator is the person who supports the sales and projects staff in developing design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities. The Engineer/Estimator keeps the estimates accurate and information up to date. The Estimator will also assist in the day-to-day sales and projects activities of the Company. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Estimator will provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials and define basis for assigning and estimating labor. Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications. The Estimator will assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity. Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of the engineering solutions. The Estimator will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation. Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide. The Estimator will follow Company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products. The Estimator will work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials. The Estimator will provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per Company's recommended solutions book and technical support personnel. The Estimator will ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and Company quality and safety level at all times. The Estimator will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the Company's training guidelines. The Estimator will meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within and have the ability to meet a very strict timeframe. The Estimator will attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed. The Estimator will complete other responsibilities as assigned