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Description

What You’ll Do

Structured Cabling Estimating & Preconstruction

+ Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and site conditions to develop accurate low-voltage cabling estimates

+ Perform complete takeoffs of horizontal, backbone, and specialty cabling systems including fiber, copper, OSP, and pathways

+ Build itemized BOMs and labor estimates using Encore tools and databases

+ Coordinate with electrical estimators to integrate raceways, conduit, and power needs

System Design Support

+ Contribute to conceptual layouts and cabling designs in early-stage planning

+ Review plans and flag scope gaps, inconsistencies, or RFIs

+ Assist in defining rack layouts, IDF/MDF designs, and room coordination with electrical and MEP disciplines

+ Work closely with preferred vendors for pricing, availability, and product selection

Proposal and Project Coordination

+ Develop structured cabling scope narratives and milestone schedules for proposals

+ Attend site walks and preconstruction meetings to assess field conditions and validate assumptions

+ Support project turnover meetings to ensure clear handoff from preconstruction to operations

What You Bring

Experience & Technical Acumen

+ 2+ years of estimating structured cabling projects (commercial, healthcare, or industrial preferred)

+ Deep understanding of TIA/EIA standards, BICSI practices, and telecom room layouts

+ Familiarity with cabling pathways, supports, patch panels, terminations, and labeling schemes

+ Experience reading construction plans, risers, reflected ceiling plans, and one-line diagrams

Tools & Certifications

+ Proficiency in takeoff and estimating tools (Excel, Bluebeam, or specialty software)

+ Experience with CAD, Visio, or Revit is a plus

+ BICSI certification (Installer, Technician, or RCDD) a plus but not required

Soft Skills & Strengths

+ Self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills

+ Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines

+ Detail-oriented mindset with ability to identify risks or scope gaps early

+ Collaborative approach with internal teams, vendors, and clients

Why Join Encore Electric

+ **Technology-Centered Mission** – Be part of a dedicated low-voltage team shaping the built environment

+ **Career Growth** – Defined path toward advanced system design, engineering, or estimating leadership

+ **Trusted Partnerships** – Work with leading GCs, designers, and end-users across Colorado and beyond

+ **Meaningful Impact** – Your estimates power mission-critical infrastructure

Physical Requirements

+ Job site travel for site walks and field validations

+ Ability to sit, stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in office and construction environments

Benefits of this role:

+ Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: **medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice.**

+ Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program.

+ This position is eligible for our annual bonus program and a cell phone reimbursement.

Applications will close for this position on: December 31, 2025

_To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact_ [email protected] _._

Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.