Estimator, Fiber Construction

The Estimator, Fiber Construction is responsible for supporting the growth and execution of fiber construction projects from the initial RFP and proposal stage through project completion. This position combines project development and estimating.

The Estimator will review and respond to RFPs, develop project scopes and pricing. This individual will serve as a key link between customers, internal management, subcontractors, and field operations to ensure projects are properly staffed, executed safely, completed on schedule, and remain financially successful.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of fiber optic construction, telecommunications infrastructure, subcontractor management, project estimating, and field operations and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and project requirements can change quickly.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in fiber optic construction.
• Experience responding to RFPs and developing competitive construction proposals.
• Experience reviewing RFPs, scopes of work, construction plans, or bid packages.
• Strong understanding of construction estimating, production rates, labor requirements, and project costs.
• Experience with fiber construction for major telecommunications carriers, utilities, municipalities, or broadband providers.
• Experience with directional boring, fiber placement, splicing, aerial construction, underground construction, and restoration is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSP fiber construction standards and industry best practices.
• Experience working with subcontractors, construction crews, or third-party field contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and project documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project locations and job sites as required.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Job Duties

RFP, Proposal Development

• Review customer RFPs, bid packages, scopes of work, drawings, specifications, and construction requirements.
• Evaluate project requirements, construction methods, labor needs, equipment requirements, material requirements, and anticipated production rates.
• Develop project estimates, pricing, schedules, and resource requirements in coordination with leadership and other internal departments.
• Prepare and submit professional responses to RFPs, RFQs, and other customer solicitations.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and potential cost impacts prior to submitting proposals.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, operations, finance, and executive leadership to develop competitive and accurate proposals.
• Participate in customer meetings, bid reviews, scope discussions, and project negotiations as needed.
• Maintain awareness of upcoming fiber construction opportunities and support the company’s efforts to secure new work.

Financial & Performance Management

• Monitor project costs, crew costs, production rates, and overall project profitability.
• Compare actual production and costs against estimates and approved budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce unnecessary project costs.
• Review and validate subcontractor invoices and production quantities.
• Assist with forecasting project revenue, costs, labor requirements, and completion dates.
• Ensure crews are performing work within agreed-upon pricing and scope.
• Identify potential change-order opportunities and assist in documenting additional work.

Triad Associates Inc. is a division of Concordia Group. Triad Associates Inc. is a drug and alcohol free workplace including marijuana. Triad Associates Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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