Live-out Building Superintendent

FirstService Residential; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work environment

Group insurance benefits

RRSP program

Job summary

Mircom Group of Companies, headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, seeks a Fire Alarm Systems Estimator & Designer to prepare quotations and analyze projects for cost‑saving opportunities. The role includes design work like riser diagrams and data sheets to support bids and project execution.

Full‑time, based at our head office in Vaughan. Ideal candidates hold a degree in Engineering Technology or related field with 2–5 years in estimating or drafting within fire protection.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of estimating, design, or drafting experience in construction or fire protection.
• Experience with fire alarm, life safety, or low‑voltage systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of NFPA, local building/fire codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete quotations and cost analyses for bids.
• Develop project riser diagrams, shop drawings, and data sheets.
• Review drawings and specs to prepare accurate estimates.
• Coordinate with sales and suppliers to finalize bids.
• Occasional site/tender walk‑throughs to verify drawings.

Skills

Estimating

Design

Drafting

Project coordination

Client communication

Education

Engineering Technology degree

Related field degree

Job description

Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America’s largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions. Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes: fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies.

Mircom’s mission is to save lives and protect property by providing a line‑up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small buildings to the largest complexes. Our unwavering commitment to North American manufacturing enables us to offer the highest quality and best competitive value across our vast range of products and solutions.

Summary

We are seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Estimator & Designer who will be responsible for preparing complete and accurate quotations to be presented to clients, either directly or through the assigned salesperson. This role includes analyzing projects to identify and propose cost‑saving opportunities through optimized design and product solutions. The candidate we are searching for will also perform occasional design work, including developing and assembling project riser diagrams, comprehensive shop drawing packages, and associated technical data sheets to support bids and project execution. This is a full‑time role based out of our head office in Vaughan, ON.

Responsibilities

• Produce material and labour take‑offs through drawings to develop accurate quotations.
• Provide project design packages, riser diagrams, shop drawings, data sheets, battery calculations.
• Review and understand job specifications and drawings.
• Follow through with estimating process to develop competitive bids.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, clarify specifications, wording, etc.
• Converse with Sales People to coordinate the closing of the bid review.
• Occasional site/tender walk‑throughs to cross reference drawings to avoid site interferences and identify proactive solutions.
• Coordinate with sub‑contractors and suppliers to obtain pricing to include within the final quotation provided to client.
• Attend scheduled Sales Manager meetings to discuss product, codes and issues.
• Coordinate with the project management team to create process and guidelines to help with growing of the new department
• Attend and contribute to product training seminars and monthly sales meetings.

Requirements and Skills

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in estimating, design, or drafting within construction, fire protection, electrical, or related industry.
• Experience specifically in fire alarm, life safety, security, or low‑voltage systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of NFPA, local building/fire codes, and applicable standards.
• Experience working in a growing department or helping establish processes and best practices.
• Experience preparing quotations and bid submissions for commercial/industrial projects.
• Familiarity with tender processes and documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to attend occasional site visits/tender walkthroughs.

What Mircom offers

• A great working environment
• Group Insurance benefits
• Company RRSP program

Mircom Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants regardless of cultural background, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, family status, disability or any other grounds as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Mircom is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all individuals with disabilities in a respectful and dignified manner. Accommodations will be made available, upon request, to applicants who have specialized needs throughout the recruitment process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

At Mircom Group of Companies, we take a thoughtful and balanced approach to compensation. Salary ranges reflect the starting point for each role, while final offers are determined through a holistic assessment of the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, potential contributions, internal equity, and prevailing market conditions following the selection process. In addition to competitive pay, Mircom offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes robust benefits coverage and RRSP.