Telecommunications Estimator (Low Voltage/Structured Cabling)

Telecommunications / Structured Cabling Estimator (Full-Time, On-Site)

Location: DFW Metroplex
Schedule: Monday–Friday (7am–4pm or 8am–5pm, On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

The Opportunity
A leading communications infrastructure firm in the DFW area is seeking a Structured Cabling Estimator to join their preconstruction team. This role is responsible for owning the full estimating process on assigned pursuits—from initial bid documents through final proposal submission.

This is a hands-on, production-focused position where the expectation is to deliver complete, accurate, and competitive estimates across commercial, enterprise, and data center projects.

This is not a plug-and-play estimating role. The right candidate will be able to read drawings and identify scope, risk, and opportunity with confidence.

The organization will provide training on internal tools and processes. However, candidates must already have a strong foundation in structured cabling systems, components, and installation practices.

What You Will Do Estimating & Takeoff

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from construction documents for structured cabling and low voltage systems, including:
  • Copper (Cat6, Cat6A, Cat8)
  • Fiber (OS2, OM3/OM4, MPO/MTP)
  • Wireless infrastructure, AV, access control, and related systems
• Build complete estimates using Procore Estimating (or comparable platforms)
• Apply labor, material pricing, and markups in accordance with company standards
• Develop accurate, procurement-ready bills of material
• Identify scope gaps, conflicts, and coordination requirements

Bid Management

• Manage bids from invitation through submission using BuildingConnected or similar platforms
• Track deadlines, addenda, and drawing revisions
• Attend pre-bid meetings and walkthroughs as needed
• Solicit and incorporate vendor/supplier pricing
• Prepare scope letters, exclusions, and clarifications for submission
• Coordinate final pricing reviews prior to submission

Collaboration & Execution Support

• Partner with internal preconstruction leadership on larger pursuits
• Communicate proactively with GC preconstruction teams
• Participate in post-bid reviews and project handoffs
• Support project teams during buyout and early-stage execution
• Ensure estimates align with real-world installation and project delivery plans

What Our Client Is Looking For Experience & Technical Knowledge

• 2+ years of experience in structured cabling (field, PM, estimating, or technical sales)
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Copper and fiber systems
  • Backbone and horizontal distribution
  • MDF/IDF layouts and telecom room infrastructure
  • Pathways, spaces, and cable management
  • Termination and testing standards
• Ability to read architectural, electrical, and telecom drawings and define scope boundaries
• Clear understanding of how structured cabling systems are built end-to-end
• Experience working in or alongside a subcontractor environment preferred

Tools & Systems

• Experience with Procore Estimating preferred (Accubid, ConEst, Bluebeam also considered)
• Familiarity with BuildingConnected or similar bid platforms
• Comfortable working with digital construction documents

Professional Profile

• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven — understands that a late bid is the same as no bid
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to catch scope gaps and inconsistencies
• Clear and precise communicator, especially in written scope and exclusions
• Proactive in identifying and addressing issues early
• High level of ownership and accountability

Required Product Knowledge
Candidates must have experience with:

• Corning fiber and connectivity solutions

And at least one of the following:

• CommScope
• Panduit
• Belden
• Leviton / Berk-Tek
• Superior Essex

Nice to Have

• BICSI certifications (INST1, INST2, RCDD) or actively pursuing
• Prior estimating experience with a structured cabling contractor
• Experience in data center / mission critical, healthcare, or aviation environments
• Working knowledge of TIA-568, TIA-569, TIA-606, and BICSI TDMM standards
• Exposure to DAS, Wi-Fi, AV, or physical security systems

Additional Details

• Fully on-site role in the DFW Metroplex
• Opportunity to work on high-impact commercial and data center projects
• Strong preconstruction environment with established processes and standards