Audio Visual Engineer/Estimator

Turner Mining Group - Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cedar Rapids, IA

Support Activities for Mining

About the position

The Audio/Visual Engineer/Estimator is responsible for providing detailed estimates and technical support for audio-visual projects in the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids/Des Moines/Davenport area. This role involves overseeing the development of AV architectural drawings, managing project specifications, and ensuring effective communication between various teams to facilitate successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the Development of AV Architectural Drawings, System Flows, Cable/Conduit Risers, Product Detail pages
• Attending pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required contents of projects
• Reviewing proposed specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of estimate, gathering quotes, printing drawings, counting, take-off estimating, and responding to RFIs and RFQs
• Reviewing and refining Bills of Material
• Communicating Infrastructure and architectural requirements to construction teams
• Communicating System implementation plans to installation teams
• Communicating AV Networking requirements to Client's Network teams
• Identifying and developing Change Orders
• Managing the quality of the deliverables
• Attaining and maintaining manufacturer and industry-related certifications as required
• Operating and managing by all company rules and policies
• Supporting the Project Manager in all areas including procurement, purchasing, subcontract and lease agreements, and equipment tracking
• Maintaining presence during project meetings and coordination meetings
• Assisting in gathering documentation for field testing
• Assisting in close out documents
• Assisting in tracking and scheduling final punch list items
• Assisting in scheduling and documenting Owner training
• Working with PMA's on submitting proper documentation for projects
• Assisting in the shop drawing review process

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in design or engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 Years experience in (AV) Audio/Visual System design, estimating and/or project management experience
• Knowledge of DTools or experience using another platform (System Integration Software) preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Strong attention to detail
• Tact and consideration
• Focus on accuracy
• Solid communication skills
• Positive initiative and judgement
• Ability to problem solve and meet deadlines
• Self-motivation
• Business acumen
• Organizational skills