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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Estimator - Smart Infrastructure Solutions - **Company:** Jobtailor - **Location:** Birmingham, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Applicant Tracking Systems, Microsoft Office, Office Suite, Value Engineering, Wi-Fi Technology, Bluebeam, Bicsi - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815292576-design-estimator--smart-infrastructure-solutions ## About the Role * Strong experience in structured cabling design and estimation (essential) * Knowledge of containment/pathway design and survey validation * Understanding of IP-connected solutions including WiFi, CCTV, AV, and meeting room technology * Strong knowledge of Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) design and cabling principles * CAD and Bluebeam experience, plus strong Excel/Office skills * Minimum two manufacturer design accreditations (e.g. Corning, Panduit, Systimax, Nexans/Aginode) * Commercial confidence (costing, margins, risk awareness), ideally with experience on £500K+ bids * Willingness to work towards BICSI (RCDD/CDCDP) or relevant AV/WiFi/CCTV certifications, Demonstrates expertise in structured cabling design and estimation, with a strong focus on IP-connected solutions, including WiFi, CCTV, and AV technologies. Proficient in creating technical documentation and delivering commercial assurance across large-scale bids., * Structured Cabling Design * Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) Design * Cost Modeling and Value Engineering * CAD and Bluebeam Proficiency * BICSI Certification (RCDD/CDCDP), * Structured Cabling Estimation * Containment/Pathway Design * IP-Connected Solutions * CCTV Technology * AV Technology * Costing and Margins * Risk Management * Technical Governance * Excel Proficiency * Office Suite Skills Soft Skills * Commercial Confidence * Customer Engagement * Presentation Skills, * BICSI Guidelines * Installation Documentation * Cabling Schedules * Handover Packs * Bid Responses ## Description * Produce accurate design estimates and bid responses for structured cabling, racks, PDUs, containment, WiFi, CCTV, and AV/MTR solutions * Support account teams with solution design, pricing, and customer engagement * Ensure bids are delivered using best practice (BICSI and manufacturer guidelines) * Create handover packs, cabling schedules, wall elevations, schematics, and installation documentation * Own and refine cost models, applying value engineering to maximise margin * Provide technical governance, risk management, and commercial assurance across opportunities * Support customer presentations and mid/post-bid discussions Requirements * Strong experience in structured cabling design and estimation (essential) * Knowledge of containment/pathway design and survey validation * Understanding of IP-connected solutions including WiFi, CCTV, AV, and meeting room technology * Strong knowledge of Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) design and cabling principles * CAD and Bluebeam experience, plus strong Excel/Office skills * Minimum two manufacturer design accreditations (e.g. Corning, Panduit, Systimax, Nexans/Aginode) * Commercial confidence (costing, margins, risk awareness), ideally with experience on £500K+ bids * Willingness to work towards BICSI (RCDD/CDCDP) or relevant AV/WiFi/CCTV certifications Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in structured cabling design and estimation, with a strong focus on IP-connected solutions, including WiFi, CCTV, and AV technologies. Proficient in creating technical documentation and delivering commercial assurance across large-scale bids. Highest-signal resume keywords * Structured Cabling Design * Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) Design * Cost Modeling and Value Engineering * CAD and Bluebeam Proficiency * BICSI Certification (RCDD/CDCDP) ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills * Structured Cabling Estimation * Containment/Pathway Design * IP-Connected Solutions * CCTV Technology * AV Technology * Costing and Margins * Risk Management * Technical Governance * Excel Proficiency * Office Suite Skills Soft Skills * Commercial Confidence * Customer Engagement * Presentation Skills Certifications & Qualifications * Manufacturer Design Accreditations * BICSI Certification (RCDD/CDCDP) Industry Keywords * BICSI Guidelines * Installation Documentation * Cabling Schedules * Handover Packs * Bid Responses ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [One Platform Could Not Fit Them All](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1919-one-platform-could-not-fit-them-all) - [You’re a great coder? 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