Controls Systems Estimator - NO Recruiters will be considered

Cascade Integration & Development (CID) is a Bend, Oregon–based systems integration firm specializing in industrial automation and control systems for the water, wastewater, and manufacturing industries. Since 2004, CID has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality PLC, SCADA, and panel fabrication solutions, combining strong technical expertise with a practical, hands-on approach to solving complex operational challenges. Our team is collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects in a supportive and professional environment. CID is seeking a motivated individual who not only meets the technical requirements of the role but also demonstrates professionalism, positivity, and a strong commitment to customer service. The duties outlined below reflect the full scope of responsibilities at the senior level; responsibilities may be adjusted based on experience and position level. For this position, CID is specifically seeking candidates with public works estimating experience in the systems integration or electrical contracting industries.  Position Summary: The Estimator position at CID is responsible for managing bid site subscriptions and coordinating bid development across multiple disciplines. This role involves acquiring, reviewing, and logging bid documents; interpreting drawings, specifications, and bills of materials; and supporting accurate and competitive cost development. The Estimator also works closely with vendors, customers, and internal teams to maintain strong relationships and continuously improve CID’s estimating processes, helping ensure the company remains competitive and well-positioned for success.   Work Environment: Staff at CID primarily work in a climate-controlled office environment with their own cubicle or office. Field work entails job walks and pre-bid meetings that will be held in various industrial environments that require PPE of different levels.   Travel: Travel for bid walks and pre-bid meetings is expected anywhere from 5% to 10% of the time. The remote work may include air travel, hotel stays, and meals that will be covered per diem.   Position Responsibilities: Bid Searching Manage bid site subscriptions and other resources to target bids. Engage with vendor relations for opportunity routing.   Proposal Generation Review and interpretation of specifications, plans, and bills of materials. Coordinate with discipline leads for labor resourcing and materials estimation Manage weekly meetings to review proposals. RFIs/bid question submissions. Go/no go evaluations. Management of marketing content (content library) and CRM software. Manage costing templates and costing metrics.  Build electrical BOMs for costing. Management of AI based content platforms and proposal generation tools.   Data Management Compile RFP/opportunity data pre and post bid for analysis. Post bid information gathering from customers.   Value Costing Routinely search for and assess alternative vendors and costing for preferred equipment. Manage vendor relations and other programs for costing advantages with vendors. Maintain internal costing database.   Additional Skill Considerations Sales experience. Pre-existing customer networking. Project management experience.