Cost Estimator
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Insight Global is hiring a Cost Estimator. The Cost Estimator will create professional proposals, including scope of work and pricing. This role involves close collaboration with Project Managers and customers during design and installation phases, performing site surveys, and attending meetings to gather information for project estimates. The estimator will also develop labor, equipment, and material estimates, draft scopes of work, and conduct material product research.
Key focus areas include Create professional proposals to include scope of work and pricing, Work closely with Project Managers and Customers during the design and installation phases, and Perform site surveys and attend meetings to obtain necessary information to formulate design/scope for project estimates.
Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Estimating, Pass Criminal Justice Background Check, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Read Construction Drawings, AutoCAD, Network Protocols, Low Voltage Hardware And Devices, Access Control Systems, and Low Voltage Wiring.
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Job Description
* Create professional proposals to include scope of work and pricing
* Work closely with Project Managers and Customers during the design and installation phases
* Perform site surveys and attend meetings to obtain necessary information to formulate design/scope for project estimates
* Develop labor, equipment and material estimates, including quoting and itemizing bills of materials
* Draft scopes of work in coordination with operations personnel
* Conduct material product research and specifications sheet documentation
* Participate in project design review sessions when requested
* Work with material vendors for project special pricing requests
* Coordinate with purchasing department when ordering materials for awarded projects
We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
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Skills and Requirements
* Minimum of 2 years' experience as a successful estimating in the security, IT or other technology sales industry or installation experience/ training in access control systems, low voltage wiring and CCTV systems
* Working knowledge of low voltage hardware and devices (installation experience a plus)
* Good understanding of network protocols
* Familiarity with using AutoCAD for design drawings
* Must be able to read construction drawings.
* Be able to pass a Department of Criminal Justice Background Check
* Valid drivers license
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