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Ford Audio-Video Systems

Ford Audio-Video Systems is hiring: Audio Visual Bid Estimator - Oklahoma City,

Ford Audio-Video Systems, Oklahoma City, OK, United States


Job Description

Job Description

The Bid Estimator (BE) is responsible for reviewing specifications and plans, preparing an accurate bill of materials, and preparing a materials cost estimate as a part of the Bid Center. The Bid Center works on some of Ford’s most high-profile projects. The BE is solely responsible for the integrity of the bill of materials, materials cost estimate, and preliminary labor cost including in-shop, field installation, field engineering, and travel cost estimates. This position works under the direction of the Bid Estimation Manager, organizing the take-off and resulting estimates in a manner responsive to the bid forms and related documents.

Qualifications:

  • Prior experience and/or knowledge of construction and/or cost estimation
  • High technical aptitude and keen analytical abilities
  • Experience with audio, video and lighting systems
  • Excellent computer skills- typing/10-key, Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

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

Salary & Benefits: Ford AV offers a competitive salary and benefits including: medical insurance, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance, paid time off (PTO), 401K (w/ matching fund), profit-sharing, 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 in order 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.

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Company Description
Established in 1973, Ford AV employs 550+ with offices across the United States. As an AV commercial integrator, Ford installs systems in arenas, airports, entertainment venues, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, schools and even stadiums. Typical AV systems include digital signage, video walls, sound systems, and videoconferencing. In addition, Ford designs intricate lighting systems for performance halls and broadcast television. Ford also installs network operation centers (NOC) for telecommunication providers and systems within command and control rooms for the US military. Most systems are digital, controlled using software designed by Ford’s engineers and consistently monitored by two dedicated software development teams. Recognized as one of the top audio-video integrators in the nation, Ford AV is known for installing some of the largest and most complex AV projects for ExxonMobil, AT&T, Houston Intercontinental Airport, State Farm, Fannie Mae, Apple, Denver International Airport, Broncos Stadium, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Cyber Warfare Integration Center for the U.S. Military. You can learn more about Ford AV's projects here: https://www.fordav.com/industries/

Company Description

Established in 1973, Ford AV employs 550+ with offices across the United States. As an AV commercial integrator, Ford installs systems in arenas, airports, entertainment venues, houses of worship, healthcare facilities, corporate offices, schools and even stadiums. Typical AV systems include digital signage, video walls, sound systems, and videoconferencing. In addition, Ford designs intricate lighting systems for performance halls and broadcast television. Ford also installs network operation centers (NOC) for telecommunication providers and systems within command and control rooms for the US military. Most systems are digital, controlled using software designed by Ford’s engineers and consistently monitored by two dedicated software development teams. Recognized as one of the top audio-video integrators in the nation, Ford AV is known for installing some of the largest and most complex AV projects for ExxonMobil, AT&T, Houston Intercontinental Airport, State Farm, Fannie Mae, Apple, Denver International Airport, Broncos Stadium, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Cyber Warfare Integration Center for the U.S. Military. You can learn more about Ford AV's projects here: https://www.fordav.com/industries/