Overview
VectorUSA is seeking a highly motivated, charismatic, and experienced Estimator III to support our nationwide sales team from our San Diego office. This role is part of VectorUSA’s Engineering & Estimation Department (EED) and will support both Sales and EED teams with client interactions, consultations, designs, and proposals.The Estimator III will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and written proposals for new and existing clients, with a strong emphasis on Information Technology Systems, including VoIP, switching, routing, and wireless.
Additional knowledge in conventional fiber, air-blown fiber, horizontal copper, backbone ISP, OSP, and all associated infrastructure such as conduit and raceway is preferred. Projects will vary in size across industries and project types.VectorUSA is a premier network integration company with extensive experience helping organizations leverage technology to drive their business. Our services include network consultation and design, IP telephony, remote network monitoring, vulnerability assessment, wireless networks, video teleconferencing, video surveillance, access control, cloud services, and structured cabling.Our clients include major research universities, public school districts, Fortune 500 companies, global shipping and logistics firms, medical centers, entertainment companies, and other businesses.
VectorUSA has over 300 employees, with corporate headquarters in Torrance, CA, and branch offices in Rancho Cucamonga, San Diego, and Charlotte, North Carolina.To learn more, visit www.vectorusa.com.
Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in pre-sales meetings with clients and internal staff to determine and document solution requirements
- Interface with manufacturers, purchasing agents, suppliers, customers, and internal staff
- Review RFPs, RFQs, SOWs, floor plans, and design documents
- Provide detailed written documentation of meetings, calls, site walks, and scopes
- Prepare comprehensive bills of materials and cost estimates
- Develop conceptual and design drawings using Visio or Bluebeam
- Review written proposals and BOMs to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
- Support Operations teams throughout project execution by answering technical questions
- Participate in project kickoff meetings
Required Qualifications
- Proven ability to perform the Senior Estimator role independently
- 8+ years of experience in active infrastructure system for network and telecommunication platforms. This would include VoIP, Switching, Routing and Wireless.
- Familiarity with the design and estimation passive infrastructure such as conventional fiber, air-blown fiber, horizontal copper, backbone ISP, OSP, and all associated pathway infrastructure such as conduit and raceway.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret RFPs, specifications, and drawings
- Skilled at developing designs to improve system functionality
- High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving ability
- Understanding of project management principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Previous field/installation experience
- Must be able to pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) background check
- Must be able to pass a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check
- RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer
Preferred Certifications
- RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer)
- Manufacturer certifications in copper/fiber infrastructure, VoIP, networking, or wireless technologies
Additional Information
- Local travel to jobsites will be required
Benefits:
- Competitive salary starting at: $115,000/yr. with performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Opportunities for ongoing education and certification renewals.
- Paid time off and holidays.
VectorUSA is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
