What are the responsibilities and job description for the A/V Estimator / Sales Engineer - Hybrid position at Peace of Mind Technologies, LLC?
New York
Peace of Mind Technologies (POM), is currently searching for a qualified, enthusiastic, hard-working and driven A/V Sales Engineer that embodies POM’s core values to join our Company.
About You
You are driven and understand how to manage priorities and coordinate effectively with team members to meet deadlines. You are comfortable with numbers, technically skilled and have the ability to stay focused and maintain great attention to detail while under pressure.
About Us
Peace of Mind Technologies, LLC (POM) is New York’s premier systems integrator for technology. Specializing in high-tech systems, cloud-based software services and audio/video solutions for thousands of businesses, schools and properties in the greater New York Metropolitan area, POM’s diverse client roster comprises a wide range of prestigious and well-known organizations. Founded in 2002, POM has handled more than 2,000 site installations, primarily focused on large offices, retail, hospitality, health care, education, and real estate (commercial, luxury residential and hi-rise).
Roles & Responsibilities
Realize Client Objectives. The A/V Sales Engineer reviews the prospect’s needs and wants for the product/services offered and works with the Senior Sales Engineer, System Engineers and the Sales team to develop the right solution.
- Gathers relevant site details in order to create the scope of work including equipment and labor estimate.
- Review and interpret project bid specifications.
- Conduct site-walks with team.
Support the Company Growth. The A/V Sales Engineer provides accurate and timely project estimates/quotes to the sales team that support the detailed scopes of work outlined in Sales Proposals, RFIs, RFPs etc.
- Review & edit detailed scopes of work & product details in Sales Proposals
- Respond to requests for proposals (RFPs)
- Create requests for information (RFIs)
- Review product estimate and system design with sales department and other key internal resources.
Increase Profit Margin. The Estimator levels vendor quotes and negotiates costs to increase profit margins, as well as identifies missing components in the scope of work to avoid additional project costs and reduced margins after the project is sold.
- Documenting equipment needed and labor time required for each project
- Gather information to determine proper system components from internal and vendor resources
- Build vendor relationships and negotiate quotes.
Exceed Client Expectations. The A/V Sales Engineer assists with the management of the quote calendar and prioritize accordingly to ensure that the sales team can meet RFP deadlines.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Disciplined work ethic
- Must know how to read construction drawings and do device take offs
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Experienced and proficient with Microsoft Excel, Visio, and Outlook.
- CAD and Tigerpaw experience a plus.
- College Degree
- 2 – 5 years technical experience with electronic security, IT and/or low voltage systems.
- Prior field based installation or project management experience is a plus.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
Does this sound like you?
Benefits Include:
- Annual salary commensurate with experience.
- Health benefits package (50% of premium is covered for health)
- Voluntary dental, vision, disability and life insurance plans
- 401k plan with matching
- Pre-tax commuter benefit
- Generous paid-time-off policy
- Hybrid work model
- Salary $80,000 - $120,000 annually.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
No agencies please.
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
