Telecommunications Estimator (Job ID: 4489)
About this role
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ESTIMATOR
Purpose:
- Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a Telecommunications Estimator who will provide key support to bidding, estimating, and design projects that fall within the capabilities of the Telecommunications Division.
- Located in Norfolk, VA.
Job Description:
- Produce client proposals and scope of work, estimating labor and materials.
- Create Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Review and diagnose client telecommunications drawing packages.
- Apply problem-solving and solution-oriented thinking.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders throughout project bid and installation phases.
- Attend or schedule project meetings, site surveys, or walk-throughs in preparation for proposal work.
- Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
- Work under immediate supervision and typically report to a supervisor or manager.
Qualifications:
- Must have High School diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, or an Associate's Degree in a related field.
- Must have working experience with telecommunications estimates, including estimating materials, labor, and ODCs.
- Must have experience working in a demanding, deadline-driven environment; detail-oriented and able to multitask.
Desired Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of experience working on telecommunications estimates, including estimating materials, labor, and ODCs.
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or other BICSI credential preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), as well as MS Visio and AutoCAD.
- Technical writing ability for proposals and Installation Design Plans.
- Demonstrated experience with U.S. Government telecommunications installation requirements; DoS/OBO experience is a plus.
- Above-average knowledge of ANSI/TIA standards and NEC codes as related to the telecommunications industry.
- Continuing education and industry certifications are desirable.
Security Clearance:
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
- An active DoD Secret clearance is preferred.
Travel Requirements:
- Occasional travel up to 20%.
- If the position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, the candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as a REAL ID. More information regarding REAL ID can be found at www.dhs.gov/real-id.
Physical Requirements:
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
- Subject to outside environmental conditions (cold/heat); subject to noise, vibration, close quarters, and/or the need to function in narrow aisles or passageways.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment.
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie’s commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote, and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Company at a glance
Valkyrie, an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, enhances our customers' operations by providing engineering and technological expertise in digital engineering, logistics, program management, training & human performance, installation & infrastructure, and technology integration.
Our expertise encompasses real-world and simulated training programs, critical security components and products, data analysis in virtual environments, systems engineering and training review, and hands-on maintenance, as well as technical and engineering services, including weapon systems, fabrication, and engineering.
We hire the best to be the best. View our open opportunities on our Careers page.
Founded2007
Team Size501-1,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryDefense and Space Manufacturing
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Websitevalkyrie.com
LinkedInLinkedIn
Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401k with match
- Education reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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