Low Voltage Project Manager

Far Out Solutions in Orlando, FL is looking for one low voltage project manager to join our 65 person strong team. We are located on 8000 S Orange Ave Suite 103. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, punctual, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate project plans and specifications, bid documents, RFP, IFB, Design Build,

and other relevant project documents to identify what is needed for a project and to create a cost estimate and technical/ cost proposal.

• Calculate the cost of low voltage electrical construction based on reviewing and evaluating available documents and/or walking the site.
• Analyze project for value engineering options while taking into account specific job conditions that may affect labor and material to be purchased and installed.
• Identify any inconsistent issues, conflicts, and other problems in the bid documents.
• Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
• Anticipate potential problems and devise solutions proactively.
• Prepare “RFI” questions.
• Assist with preparation of submittals for bid projects.
• Identify new business opportunities and projects to bid. Design cabling schematics, layout of IDF, MDF and MPOE.
• Knowledge of building codes and wiring standards, including BICSI guidelines and EIA/TIA standards.
• Eligible candidates will be proficient in all copper and fiber optic cabling as well as have a knowledge of CCTV, PA, camera systems, and wireless access systems.
• Meet bid submittal deadlines.
• Request material and equipment quotes from vendors and equipment suppliers.
• Reviews quotes to confirm adherence to quote requests and accuracy of quotes received.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with vendors.
• Prepares bid documents including specific scope letter for each project, “Blue Sheets” and “Evaluations” with adjustments for buy-outs, labor rate, productivity, etc.
• Assist in preparing budget pricing.
• Attend estimating/sales meetings, and project meetings to discuss bid status, and present/resolve issues.
• May perform job walks to ensure that any field conditions have been observed that may affect the construction, may impact the prospective bid, and/or may impact the pre-construction designs and the build services.
• Keeps Company management, project management, clients, general contractors, and all others involved in projects current on bid progress.
• Maintains and develops an excellent relationship with clients; including electrical and general contractors.

Qualifications

• 5+ or more years of low voltage estimating experience.
• Well-versed in the technology, equipment and methods related to network services,

Audio/Visual installation, infrastructure cabling, fiber optics, wireless access points, service/maintenance contracts and material parts.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to listen and understand the customer’s needs and budget constraints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accuracy at all times.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Hard work ethic coupled with energy and motivation to grow professionally.
• Ensures company has a healthy backlog of work.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawings required; AutoCAD or other drafting software experience is preferred.
• Professional appearance and strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to travel to site walks and evaluate projects and network with contractors.
• Organized with project information and the ability to complete required company documents regarding bid information.

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work independently and closely with the Construction Director

• Ability to maintain organized system of physical and digital records.
• Able to lift and move up to 50lbs.
• Able to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to type at computer and talk on phone for extended periods of time.
• Able to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hand and arms and talk or hear.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Being physically present at the office with face-to-face contact is an essential function of this job.
• Drug testing and background check (DOJ/Live Scan) at time of hire required.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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