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Project Specialist (Estimating/Bidding) - OSP Construction...

St. Louis, MO · Telecommunications · $80-$90k per year plus quarterly bonus
TekCom Resources is seeking an Estimator – OSP Fiber Construction for a full-time, permanent-hire role with our telecom construction client in the St. Louis, Missouri area! As an Estimator – OSP Fiber Construction, you will be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate estimates for fiber and coax construction projects.
Our client is a fiber-focused telecom construction firm, and the focus of this role is creating detailed bid proposals for potential clients. 

 
Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Estimate Preparation: Prepare detailed and comprehensive pricing estimates for construction projects focusing on fiber and coax telecom installation work, including materials, equipment and labor (employee and subcontractor) costs.
  • Data Analysis: Using sources like  specs and blueprints, compile and organize data used for the preparation of accurate cost estimates and bid proposals.
  • Cross-Department Communication: Work alongside and collaborate frequently with all relevant stakeholders: project managers, engineers, clients, etc.
  • Cost Management: Use historical data and current cost databases/estimating software to determine market pricing for equipment, materials and services required for project estimation.
  • Client Interaction: Communicate extensively with clients, negotiate pricing, go over likely timeline and ensure client is comfortable with work to be performed.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed records covering all of the above - estimates, pricing, communication, etc.
Our client would love to see the following from candidates:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a similar field preferred, or commensurate amount of experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience in construction estimating bid preparation, especially aerial and buried telecom construction.
  • Experience with any estimating and engineering software platforms, as well as Microsoft Office programs.
Key Terms:
Estimator, Outside Plant, OSP, estimating, construction management, fiber optics, coax, fiber, underground, aerial, project management, telecom construction, utilities, underground construction, underground installation, financial tracking, client communication, Missouri jobs, crew management, #tekcomjobs.
 
*** Candidates must have current eligibility to work compliantly in the USA, unfortunately no visa sponsorships, transfers, OPT's or C2C can be considered at this time for this opportunity. ***
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental.  Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.

What We Do:
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.

Technologies We support:
Wireless: 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline: Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning

About Us:
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.

TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.

Mission:
As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.

Diversity:
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Women’s Business Enterprise.

TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: USAllRecruiters@TekComResources.com. We are compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.






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