Estimator - Skilled

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Parallel Technologies, we are pioneers in innovation, dedicated to empowering people through intelligent building design. Founded on the principles of curiosity, integrity, and excellence, we continually push the boundaries to deliver exceptional solutions that exceed client expectations.

Parallel Technologies is more than just a workplace - we're a community of driven individuals united by the shared passion for creativity and dedication to client success. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make meaningful impact on intelligent buildings of today and beyond.

Role Summary: As an Estimator, you will be looked upon to analyze, validate, and financially assess proposed solutions which meet and exceed Client expectations & goals. The combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, creativity, and effective communication will be essential, as you will be integral to the success of the full project lifecycle. Primarily focused on Bid-Spec and Design-Build projects, this role requires a vast foundational knowledge of low-voltage systems including Access Control, Video Surveillance, Intrusion Detection, DAS, and Structured Cabling.

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Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop accurate, detailed, and competitive proposals with associated costs by evaluating project specifications and requirements.
• Ensure project specifications, industry standards, and best practices are met prior to installation to guarantee quality and compliance.
• Conduct detailed site surveys with colleagues to gather essential data for precise quoting and proposal development, as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams to determine the most effective strategies, ensuring optimal value and pricing for complex projects.
• Manage the collection of quotes from subcontractors and suppliers. • Liaise with manufacturers and supply chain partners to obtain necessary quotes and registered pricing.
• Support the project management team by participating in planning meetings and sharing insights from the design & estimation process to align project assumptions and project delivery methodology.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal team members, providing expert guidance and support of system technologies and deployment techniques.

• High school diploma with a minimum of (10) years of low-voltage system design and implementation experience; Associate degree with (8) years of low-voltage system design and implementation experience; or Bachelor's degree with at least (5) years of low-voltage system design and implementation experience
• Substantial experience and strong ability to interpret construction documents and detailed understanding of low-voltage systems, specifically Physical Security (Division 28)
• Strong organizational, detail orientated, critical thinking & decision-making skills.
• Enthusiasm for expanding knowledge and skillsets while contributing to the success of others.
• Proficient with Q360, Microsoft Office Suite, BlueBeam, and other relevant estimating software.
• Manufacturer familiarity with Genetec, Axis Communications, Hanwha Vision, i-PRO, and Bosch preferred