Low Voltage Estimator

**Tridon Communications is currently looking for a Low Voltage Estimator. This position will be based in Calgary and will require travel to customer sites.**

The Low Voltage Estimator is responsible for the accurate and timely estimation of project costs related to low voltage systems, including structured cabling, security, access control, CCTV, audio-visual and other related systems. The Estimator will provide support to the Management and Operations team; and will be required to conduct occasional field & site assessments.

**Responsibilities & Duties**:

- Advise on tending procedures, examine, and analyze tenders, recommend tender awards and conduct negotiations
- Establish and maintain tending process and set up cost monitoring and reporting system and procedures
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of the project
- Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subtractors
- Manage and coordinate telecommunication projects and prepare progress schedules
- Analyze tender documents; construction plans and as-builts, etc.
- Request separate quotations from approved vendors and subcontractors, per the scope of work
- Estimate costs to complete project using approved client rates
- Prepare proposals as per the requirements, provided documents, drawings, etc.
- Track and coordinate quotation timing and deadlines
- Meet with Senior Managers, Project Manager(s), to discuss and provide explanation of project estimates to gain signatures/approval for profitable business
- Review with the Senior Manager, and Project Manager(s) the estimate vs. actual in view of improving estimates based on actual results
- Collaborate with all other departments and divisions to optimize efficiency and to ensure projects estimates are feasible and attainable
- Perform site walk-downs/ site visits to provide detailed intelligence on site specific requirements to aide in bidding/ estimating work packages if required.
- Attend and contribute to Customer Facing meetings if required
- Sales Support / Estimating
- Other duties are required which are reasonably related to the role and further the best interests of the organization

**Experience**:

- 2 - 5 years of direct work experience in the Electrical or Communications Field
- 2 - 5 years of in field hands-on experience
- Strong Experience and fluency working with various types of construction and telecommunications projects drawings, and blueprints
- Fluent English language written and verbal skills
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Excellent negotiation and consulting skills
- Experienced and knowledgeable of Microsoft Office and Adobe programs
- Experience with estimating software such as Accubid and Bluebeam is an asset
- Possess a valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License with a clean drives abstract as this role requires travel and attending job sites as required
- Ability to meet deadlines and commitments and to adjust/adapt to new ideas and procedures
- Resourceful, adaptable, high integrity, self-starter

**About Us**:
Tridon Communications is a full solution Telecom Systems Integrator with CSA certification and licensed by APEGA. Our Engineering, Service, Tower, and Data Cabling Divisions collaborate with customers to build custom solutions for their communication needs. We have been supplying communication products and services to Alberta industry since 1981. We operate seven full-service shops in Calgary, Edmonton, Edson, Fort McMurray, Hinton, Terrace, and Saskatoon.

At Tridon, we are committed to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace by actively seeking to hire qualified individuals from underrepresented groups, including those who are new to Canada and that meet the minimum required qualifications for the role.

**Tridon Offers**:

- Competitive wages.
- Company-paid benefits
- Company 2.5% RRSP matching.
- Up to 5 additional paid days off for years of service.
- On-the-job training and manufacturer-provided training.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly growing company.

**We Are A**:

- MOTOROLA Platinum Service Centre
- KENWOOD Authorized Dealer
- State of the Art CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Certified Repair Centre
- COR Certified Employer

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour

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