Lead Estimator

If being a part of a world-class organization that operates in some of the most advanced technological environments around the world sounds like a dream job, Network Connex might be the right fit for you! You’ll be part of a team working together to solve customer problems every day, with compensation and benefits that are an investment in your career, financial future, and overall well-being.

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health you can begin participating in our programs on the first of the month following your start date.

Join our Vanguard 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting and a generous company match to help you build long-term financial security. Our team also enjoys 10 paid company holidays, a generous PTO accrual schedule, and access to discounts on useful products and services.

The Lead Estimator will work within Network Connex’s Data Center Services group and will be responsible for planning, preparing and completing cost budgets, estimates and bid package submittal documents for assigned opportunities under the guidance and direction of the group’s Estimating Manager. This position may be assigned estimating support resources as required and will be responsible for leading and overseeing the team during the development of the estimate and response package, ensuring completeness, accuracy and timely delivery.

• Safety is the main fiber of our network. Follow Safe work practices that conform to the Company’s Safety program and customer site policies and procedures.
• Review full bid package - specifications, drawings, and any other provided documentation, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Prepare and develop quantity take-offs, cost budgets and estimates from start to response package delivery.
• Identify elements of the project that may be key to making a competitive estimate.
• Evaluate and identify areas for potential value engineering opportunities.
• Provide leadership to assigned estimating personnel / resources supporting the development of large RFPs.
• Ensure all working documents and data are filed, stored and maintained to back-up estimate.
• Develop installation unit costs and rates identifying labor productivity targets for included work items based on projected site conditions and historical data.
• Prepare detailed listing of materials, equipment, and other items needed for developing a complete bid and work with suppliers and vendors on obtaining quoted pricing and availability.
• Review potential subcontract trade partner quotes and proposals for completeness and conformance with plans, specifications and other bid-package documentation.
• Assist in drafting proposal letters and other items that may be required for a complete response package.
• Prior to the delivery of the formal bid package, coordinate and provide a detailed read-out / review of work scope, technical requirements, pricing and any other information to the Estimating Manager, Delivery and other internal Leadership.
• After the successful award of the project, schedule and facilitate a detailed hand-off meeting with the Project Management Team to fully explain scope of work, potential areas of attention and other aspects for the successful transition of the project.

• Experienced in reading, understanding and interpreting complex and detailed, design drawings and specifications.
• Able to understand and perform industry aligned arithmetic and formulas that are required for developing cost estimates.
• Ability to mentor and assist with the development of other lesser experienced teammates.
• Identify and meet customers’ needs, expectations, and requirements.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office business applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and industry specific platforms (Bluebeam, Procore, Auto Desk, etc.).
• Familiarity with modern estimating software and applications.
• Experience in use of CAD, Revit or other 3D modeling software or viewers is a plus.
• Ability to work under time constraints…