Project Estimator - Columbia, South Carolina

We are looking for a motivated, results-driven individual to join our growing and collaborative team. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Project Estimator in low voltage systems or related field. A strong background in construction management, cost estimation, and project planning is required. This role requires excellent analytical thinking and attention to detail to accurately assess project costs and timelines. You will work closely with our engineering team to ensure projects are estimated correctly and completed within budget. A bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering technology or a related field is preferred, or equivalent work experience. We offer very competitive wages plus performance bonuses. Our benefits include company paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus industry training, paid vacations, paid holidays, 401K with company match, company apparel, and use of company vehicles. RESPONSIBILITIESUncover and develop bid opportunities through various channelsBuild and maintain relationships with customers, contractors, distributors and manufacturersReview project specifications and drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, and customer meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimateDevelop detailed material and labor estimates and proposal deliverablesFinalize installation details with various customer types through an engineering product submittal processProvide Project support to our Engineers and BICSI Certified Technicians through collaboration to develop accurate project timelines and resource allocationsQUALIFICATIONSProven track record of successful cost estimation for large-scale projectsWorking knowledge of codes, standards, and best practices in our industrySuperior communication and interpersonal skillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)Working knowledge of Adobe AcrobatAbility to produce results at a high level working independently and with minimal supervisionREQUIREMENTSAnalytical thinkingAttention to detailBlueprint reading 3-5 yearsConstruction Management 3-5 yearsCost Estimation 3-5 yearsProject Management 3-5 yearsConstruction Planning 3-5 yearsNICE TO HAVEElectrical or Mechanical Engineering degreeMET or EET degreeAutoCAD experienceBluebeam experience