Job Description
About us:
Diversified Electrical Systems, Inc. (DES) is a structured and low-voltage cabling contractor with over 20 years of experience, serving businesses and municipalities in Florida and the Southeast. We specialize in services such as pre-construction bidding, installation, service/repair, and maintenance. Our commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name in the industry.
Job Overview
Diversify Electrical Systems is seeking a Low Voltage Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for estimating, bidding, and analyzing costs for low-voltage projects, including structured cabling, CCTV, access control, fire alarm, and audio-visual systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
As a low voltage Estimator you will:
- Conduct material takeoffs and accurately quantify materials needed for projects.
- Estimate labor costs for installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Prepare comprehensive bid documents, including pricing, inclusions, and exclusions based upon company template.
- Develop detailed project proposals outlining accurate pricing and scope.
- Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to estimate project requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of construction materials and their associated costs.
- Apply basic electrical concepts to low-voltage system applications.
- Integrate project specifications into bid proposals.
- Work closely with project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
- Obtain pricing and bids from vendors/subcontractors.
- Clearly communicate project scope, pricing, and timelines to stakeholders.
- Conduct turnover meetings with Project Managers after a successful bid to relay all relevant project details.
- Conduct site inspections to assess conditions and potential issues (as required).
- Utilize Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Procore, and Bluebeam for documentation and project management.
- Assist in subcontractor management by preparing subcontracts and purchase orders.
- Maintain detailed project documentation, including estimates and bids.
- Provide on-site project support as needed.
Requirements
- Proven background in estimating low-voltage projects (Including Fire Alarm, Intercom, Access Control, BDA, Security and Structured Cabling).
- Strong understanding of Fire Alarm, Intercom, Access Control and Structure Cabling Systems.
- Familiarity with estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools (Procore and similar)
- Excellent ability to collaborate with teams and present project details clearly.
- Strong attention to detail with a structured approach to documentation and reporting
Benefits
Why Join Diversified Electrical Systems?
At Diversified Electrical Systems, Inc. (DES), we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career growth. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Tuition assistance programs
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Diversified Electrical Systems, Inc. (DES), is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Key skill Required
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Construction
- Access Control
- Attention to Detail
- Commitment
- Communication
- Comprehensive
- Construction Bidding
- Customer Satisfaction
- Disability Insurance
- Documentation
- Installation
- Insurance
- Maintenance
- Management
- Project Documentation
- Project Support
- Quality Workmanship
- Reporting
- Schematics
- Security
- SharePoint
- Structured Cabling
- Subcontractor Management
- Template
- Troubleshooting
- Vision Insurance
- Workmanship