Estimator

Applied Business Communications (ABcom)•New Brighton, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

ABcom is a national low voltage commercial structured cabling contractor, and we are recruiting our next fire alarm engineer to join our growing team. The Project Engineer/Estimator supports sales activities in commercial, medical, MDU, government, and other critical markets. This role assists the sales team with site visits, design, sales engineering, takeoffs, bills of material, estimates, and proposal formation. The position coordinates proposal activities, scheduling, and communications; procures equipment and places product orders; assists fellow engineers with technical knowledge, including Accubid estimating software; and delivers high-quality results that differentiate ABcom from competitors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in technology-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license with vehicle in good repair.
NEC, NFPA, and IBC codes knowledge.
General understanding of fire alarm systems.
Competency and proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and Accubid software, or equivalent.
Two years experience in commercial fire alarm system design, installations, or maintenance for end-users, developers, and general contractors.
Team player
Resourceful
Flexible
Accountable
High-energy
Dependable
Problem-solving
Strong Work Ethic
Leader
Can-do attitude
Clear and Effective Communication
Organized and Detail Oriented

Nice To Haves

Industry recognized certifications, such as NICET and RCDD, are preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports sales activities in commercial, medical, MDU, government, and other critical markets.
Assists the sales team with site visits, design, sales engineering, takeoffs, bills of material, estimates, and proposal formation.
Coordinates proposal activities, scheduling, and communications.
Procures equipment and places product orders.
Assists fellow engineers with technical knowledge, including Accubid estimating software.
Delivers high quality results that differentiate ABcom from competitors.
Knows and remains current on competition, market conditions, building codes, and industry standards.
Presents professional ABcom image with vendors, manufacturers, distribution, and customers.
Cultivates good customer relationships and communications to build repeat businesses and gain referrals.
Works with sales team and project management groups to engineer and provide accurate bills of materials and cost estimates for upcoming jobs—new construction and retrofit.
Develops and successfully presents proposals that withstand critical examination, brings value to customers, meets ABcom minimum standard gross profit requirements, and helps close the sales.
Provides company standard handoffs to Operations for closed sales work.
Coordinates with project managers to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
Coordinates with Operations on forecasted product, equipment, and manpower needs.
Helps resolve job-related issues.
Adheres to and enforces all policies from ABcom Employee Handbook.
Other duties as assigned by VP of Operations.