Security Systems Estimator

Role Description

The Security Systems Estimator is the person who supports the sales and project staff and activities of the Company. The Security Systems Estimator will develop design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities, keeping estimates accurate and information up to date for security systems such as programming, access control, and CCTV.

• Provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials, and define the basis for assigning and estimating labor.
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
• Assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity.
• Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of engineering solutions.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management, and operations when project is turned over for installation.
• Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
• Follow Company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products.
• Work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price, and proper lead-time on materials.
• Provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per Company’s recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
• Ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and Company quality and safety level at all times.
• Attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the Company’s training guidelines.
• Meet bid schedules and deadlines, working within a very strict timeframe.
• Attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as designed.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, able to help create, develop, and implement project process improvements.
• Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
• Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Special Systems or a related technical or construction field, including but not limited to CCTV, Card Access, Intrusion, Fire Alarm audio/Video, and IP network-based system requirements.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Access database).
• Must be familiar with and able to effectively utilize a project-based accounting software package.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Must have the proven ability to design, engineer, estimate, and develop a written and graphic representation of the Company’s proposed solutions utilizing the automation resources provided by the Company.

Requirements

• Minimum Years of Experience: 4-6
• License Required: No
• Minimum Education: High School

Benefits

• Min Salary: USD $60,000.00/Yr.
• Max Salary: USD $115,000.00/Yr.