Job Descriptions

A/V SYSTEMS ESTIMATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

General Summary

The Estimator is responsible for preparing quotes for A/V integration systems, large boxed goods bids and special A/V projects.

Responsibilities of Position: Duties include but are not limited to:

Organizational Responsibilities

• Provide quotes for projects based on plans and specifications and other relevant bid documents in a timely manner.

Personal Responsibilities

• Interpret specifications, drawings and other documents to determine customer requirements and notify when there are inconsistencies in specifications and drawings discovered.
• Check the specifications and quantities against the order
• Estimate changes for adders and deducts for projects in progress.
• Determine costs and sell amounts to maintain appropriate margins
• Provide accurate and timely pricing to customers
• Other duties as assigned.

Team Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients, vendors, sales team, and operations team to develop solutions
• Collaborate with Management/Sales on all proposals

Key Requirements

• Knowledge of Audio Visual industry products, technologies and protocols is mandatory
• At least 5 years of experience as a project estimator. 
• Ability to work independently under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Extreme attention to accuracy
• Ability to Multi-task effectively and efficiently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Must adhere to all company policies, SOPs, and other management directives.

Physical Requirements

The job duties and tasks of this position require the employee to regularly sit. The employee may choose to stand and move within their working area. Regular use of computer monitors and a keyboard/mouse will be required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 2 pounds. Other physical requirements of the job include the ability to communicate. Generally, the employee will be in a temperature-controlled work environment set for general comfort.

Availability

• Must be available to work in the evenings and weekends, as required.

Position Location and/or Territory and Travel

• No to minimal travel required.

Position Type

• Full-Time/Regular
• Based on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), management has analyzed this position and determined it to be exempt due to the Administrative Exemption.