Contractor Sales/ Estimator

As an Estimator with Bosch Building Technologies, your main responsibility will be to maximize the award of profitable contracts by leading estimating and bid administration activities. You will work closely with the Sales, Design, and Project Management team to ensure that our customers are provided with the highest quality service.
A typical day could see you responding to an RFP, holding client meetings, working with project teams during installation, or planning for the closeout of a project.
Prepare accurate and competitive cost budgets for commercial AV, security, and structured cabling systems based on drawings, specifications, and relevant project documentation
Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, and PMO teams to develop detailed estimates including labor, materials, logistics, and bill of materials (BOMs)
Interpret proposals, blueprints, AV system designs, risers, and specifications to identify labor and material requirements
Analyze scope documents and project plans to produce clear, concise cost estimates for integrated low voltage systems
Engage manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and ensure complete solutions
Identify opportunities for value engineering while maintaining design intent and system performance
Maintain current knowledge of technology trends, products, and industry best practices through ongoing training and vendor engagement
Minimum 5 years of progressive estimating experience in structured cabling industry with a strong emphasis on audiovisual systems
Proven experience estimating commercial AV projects, including conferencing, audio DSP, digital signage, control, and room integration systems
Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular), Bluebeam, and estimating/project software such as D-Tools, or similar
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, AV and security system schematics, and specifications
Must be a self-starter and able to work under minimal supervision
Familiarity with AV-over-IP and hybrid UC platforms such as Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms
Experience in a technical sales or system design role considered an asset
Post-secondary education in electronics, telecommunications, AV integration, or a related technical field
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers

• Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment
• Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites
• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without Paladin colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
• Driving to customer sites is required
• Limited overnight travel may be required

The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch’s role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $900M in revenues and 3000 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions.
This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status . Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law.