Junior Low Voltage Estimator

• Other duties are required which are reasonably related to the role and further the best interests of the organization

RELATIONSHIPS The Low Voltage Estimator reports directly to the General Manager.

The incumbent also works directly with:

• Sales Department
• Service Department
• Purchasing and Corporate Services
• Inventory Department
• Management
• Clients

AUTHORITY The Low Voltage Estimator holds the authority to do the following:

• Assess situations or circumstances and draw sound conclusions
• Manage multiple priorities and produce results in a high-pressure environment with limited resources
• Develop and maintain effective and collaborative relationships with individuals at various levels
• Work independently and with limited direction

The Low Voltages Estimator will work approximately 70% in an office environment and 30% travel to customer sites liaising with clients and coordinating the task(s).

There is exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

The incumbent must wear safety glasses, safety boots, hard hat and reflective clothing and other PPE as required during site visits.

• 2 years of post secondary in a related field (Communications, Electrical)
• Education or certifications in Construction Management or Estimation an asset o Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) Designation

• Minimum of 10 years of direct work experience in the Electrical or Communications Field
• Minimum 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

• Excellent MS Office Suite skills
• Excellent problem solving and decision making
• Ability to respond effectively and positively to changing conditions
• Ability to work independently, and in a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Good organization and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• High attention to detail
• Continuous process improvement initiative

Physical Demands The Low Voltages Estimator will spend 50% of the day sitting and 50% standing.

The incumbent will also be required to look at a computer screen for long periods of time.

There is a possibility of eye and/or joint strain related to operating computer equipment.

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