Estimator (Low Voltage – Data/Telecom)

About Us: Forest Electric NJ is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., and is a leading single-source commercial electrical construction and telecommunications services supplier for the New York metropolitan area, with expertise in data center infrastructure, structured cabling and electrical system design/build, installation and maintenance.

Job Summary: The Low Voltage – Data/Telecom Estimator assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by overseeing and directing assigned commercial telecommunications, low voltage, voice and data communications projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare quantity take-offs of electrical and low voltage systems.
• Prepare detailed estimates including assigning material and labor values to take-offs.
• Acquire vendor pricing on specialty materials, equipment and systems.
• Partner with other estimators and team members to ensure a complete scope of work is defined and pricing review.
• Evaluate and assist with subcontractor and vendor scope and pricing review.
• Prepare scope letters and proposals.
• Prepare and manage communications internally and with general contractors or construction managers for assigned projects.
• Participate in project site walk-throughs, project kick-off and turn-over meetings.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Regular, predictable and reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications:

• At least three (3) years experience in estimating electrical power, lighting and low voltage electrical systems.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of electrical design documents in various stages of design completion.
• Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-task environment and independently.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer.
• Ability to regularly and consistently use a keyboard and mouse.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to occasionally commute to construction site locations and navigate around construction site locations.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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