Telecom Estimator – Wireless & Fiber Infrastructure at BOWLIN GROUP – Hebron, Kentucky

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Telecom Estimator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in telecommunications construction and a passion for delivering accurate, competitive, and well-documented estimates. You’ll play a key role in supporting our wireless, fiber, DAS, and small cell infrastructure projects from concept through bid submission.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for telecom infrastructure projects including small cell, fiber, DAS, and tower builds.
• Utilize estimating software such as B2W, HeavyBid, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or Excel-based models.
• Interpret construction drawings, blueprints, scopes of work, and technical specifications with precision.
• Analyze labor, material, subcontractor, and unit pricing to ensure competitive and accurate bids.
• Compile complete bid packages, proposals, and scopes of work for submission.

• Understand the full project lifecycle: design, permitting, construction, and closeout.
• Identify and price changes, omissions, and RFI impacts with accuracy.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes, ensuring proper leveling and scope alignment.
• Maintain awareness of how estimates affect project margins, risk, and resource planning.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to validate scope and production rates.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and client discussions to clarify scope and expectations.
• Document all assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications clearly and professionally.

• Demonstrate high attention to detail and consistency in all estimating documentation.
• Manage multiple RFQs and meet tight deadlines with strong time management skills.
• Apply creative problem-solving to address design gaps, schedule constraints, or ambiguous scopes.
• Take full ownership of estimates and stand behind the quality of your work.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in telecom construction or estimating.
• Proven experience with wireless infrastructure projects (small cell, fiber, DAS, tower).
• Proficiency in industry-standard estimating tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.