Low-Voltage Estimating Specialist
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Job Description
Low-voltage estimator preparing takeoffs, BOMs, and cost estimates for security, AV, and smart-home projects. Supporting drawings, submittals, purchasing, and client coordination remotely.
Responsibilities:
- Review project plans and perform accurate takeoffs for low-voltage projects
- Identify missing information, materials, or details in project plans
- Prepare and modify technical drawings
- Assist with project coordination and related tasks
- Prepare material lists and support purchasing activities
- Calculate labor hours, material costs, project timelines, and total project costs
- Identify conflicts and unclear details in project plans and prepare RFIs when necessary
- Prepare and send submittal packages, including product data, spec sheets, and scope of work, for client review and approval
- Prepare detailed bills of materials (BOMs) for purchasing
- Set up projects in project management software after proposal acceptance
- Communicate directly with clients to clarify scope, resolve questions, and review takeoffs and estimates
- Perform other duties related to the position as assigned
Requirements:
- Proficient level of English (written and spoken)
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and technical drawings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with standard business tools (email, spreadsheets, document management)
- Ability to quickly learn new systems, software, and workflows
- Ability to follow established processes accurately with minimal supervision
- Ability to work U.S. EST (New York) business hours and adapt to business needs
- Able to undergo a background check
- Reliable Windows 10+ computer, two monitors, and high-speed internet
- Reliable backup power source for uninterrupted work during outages
- Professional home workstation capable of supporting uninterrupted remote work
- Knowledge of AutoCAD (CAD) and technical drawings
- Bluebeam experience in plan review and material takeoffs
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Previous experience in low-voltage material takeoffs and estimating
- Knowledge of low-voltage networking and engineering
- Ability to provide a portfolio and relevant work samples
- Ability to complete a test project as part of the hiring process
- Working knowledge of CCTV, card access, intercom systems, audio/video, networking, Wi-Fi, smart home lighting, smart HVAC controls, low-voltage wiring, and home theater systems
- Ability to calculate labor hours, project timelines, material costs, and overall project costs
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, organized estimating sheets, and material lists
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently
- Detail-oriented when reviewing plans and calculating material requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with clients, vendors, and teammates
- Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage daily operations
- Interested in long-term career opportunities
Benefits:
- 100% remote work
- Great work environment with potential for growth
- Full-time position with 40 hours weekly
- Long-term opportunity
















