Low Voltage Estimator - Red Deer, Canada - Tridon Communications

Tridon Communications

Verified Company

Red Deer, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About the Job:

Tridon Communications is currently looking for a Low Voltage Estimator.

This position can be based in either Edmonton or Calgary but will require travel to project locations or to customer sites.

The Low Voltage Estimator is responsible for the accurate and timely estimation of project costs related to low voltage systems, including structured cabling, security, access control, audio-visual, and other related systems.

The Estimator will provide support to the Management and Operations team; and will be required to conduct occasional field & site assessments.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Advise on tending procedures, examine, and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations
Establish and maintain tending process and set up cost monitoring and reporting system and procedures
Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of the project
Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subtractors
Estimate costs to complete project using approved client rates
Collaborate with all other departments and divisions to optimize efficiency and to ensure projects estimates are feasible and attainable
Perform site walkdowns/ site visits to provide detailed intelligence on site specific requirements to aide in bidding/ estimating work packages if required
Analyzing blueprints to determine wire lengths as well as suitable outlet needs based on telecommunications standards requirements
Determine the amount, type, and cost of materials including racking, power distribution needs and UPS requirements
Determine the amount of labor required to complete each project
Determine the potential profitability of communications projects including analysis of labor rates with management in order to assist in making sound bidding decisions
Provide viable solutions to increase project profitability
Completing and submitting competitive project bids in accordance with established guidelines of the project documentation
Establish relationships and consistent communication with distribution to create excellent price structures on multiple material lineups
Consistent and thorough communication with trade clientele in order to establish best relationship practices for closing of bid work. On time quotations and consistent follow up on submitted tenders.
Other duties are required which are reasonably related to the role and further the best interests of the organization

Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of direct work experience in the Electrical or Communications Field
Minimum 5 years of in field handson experience
Strong Experience and fluency working with various types of construction and telecommunications projects drawings, and blueprints
Fluent English language written and verbal skills
Strong planning and organization skills
Excellent negotiation and consulting skills
Experienced and knowledgeable of Microsoft Office and Adobe programs
Experience with estimating software such as Accubid and Bluebeam is an asset
Possess a valid Alberta Class 5 Operator's License with a clean drives abstract as this role requires travel and attending job sites as required
Ability to meet deadlines and commitments and to adjust/adapt to new ideas and procedures
Resourceful, adaptable, high integrity, selfstarter

Education:

2 years of post secondary in a related field (Electrical, Cabling, Wired and or Wireless Communications)
Education or certifications in Construction Management or Estimation an asset

About Us:

Tridon Communications is a full solution Telecom Systems Integrator with CSA certification and licensed by APEGA.

Our Engineering, Radio Communications, Data Communications, Security, Mobility, and Tower Divisions collaborate with customers to build custom solutions for their wireless communication needs.

We have been supplying wireless communication products and services to Alberta industry since 1981. We operate eight service shops in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Edson, Hinton, Calgary, Athabasca, Saskatoon & Terrace British Columbia.

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