Audio Visual Design Estimator - Houston, Tx

Welcome to Ford AV, a realm where the passion for audio, video, lighting, music, and technical prowess intersect to craft unforgettable experiences. If you're someone who finds joy in AV and has immersed yourself in the technical intricacies, we invite you to join us on an exhilarating journey. Explore the perfect harmony of your skills and creativity as we embark on a quest to redefine the intersection of technology and art in the world of AV entertainment. This is more than a job posting; it's an invitation to bring your expertise to a stage where innovation and passion converge seamlessly. Join us today!

The Design Estimator provides audio, video, lighting and control system designs based on Ford AV and industry standards. They design provisions to include line drawings, rack details, and narrative descriptions as required to the DSE for pricing and labor estimate. Additionally, the Design Estimator must work with the sales team to obtain proper clarifications from the client or vendor.
Qualifications:

• AV Systems design experience
• CTS-D and/or CTS-I preferred
• Bachelors in EE or EET Desired
• Experience with Visio, Excel, Word
• AV Installation experience preferred
• Ability to Read Specs and Plans
• Ability to Prepare a Bill of Materials and Preliminary Labor/Travel Cost Estimates
• Strong Oral and Written Communication
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Prior Experience with Construction Management
• Strong Time Management and Self-Management Skills
• Seeking Long-Term Employment

To Apply: Apply online at www.fordav.com/careers.

Pay & Benefits: Ford offers on-going industry training, competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance, travel Per Diem, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, 401K with matching, industry certifications and opportunities for advancement.

Drug Testing: Ford is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, all employees are subject to drug testing. Moreover, pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and/or post-accident drug testing may be conducted in accordance with company policy and all applicable laws to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. All applicants for this position tentatively selected for employment at Ford are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result.

EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• I consent to receive text messages from Ford AV about my application/resume? (Yes or No)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person