Security Systems Estimator / Burnaby, BC

Fusionsecurity; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Referral bonuses

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Company vehicle

Phone allowance

Overtime opportunities

Access to technology variety

Job summary

Scarlet Security & Risk Group (SSRG) is hiring a Security Systems Estimator in Canada to develop accurate, competitive estimates for integrated security projects. You will review drawings, prepare quotes, and design access control, CCTV, intrusion, intercom, and integrated solutions.

The role requires practical system design, installation, programming, commissioning, and lifecycle support, with travel as needed. Join a ISO-certified leader and advance your career with diverse security projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security-system estimating, design, or project delivery.
• Experience with Avigilon, Keyscan, AMAG, ICT, Gallagher, Kantech, Milestone, Hanwha Vision, DSC, and Bosch systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, intercom, low-voltage infra and IT networking.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, RFPs, addenda, contracts, and site conditions.
• Prepare estimates, budgets, quotations, tenders, and change-order pricing.
• Design access control, CCTV, intrusion, intercom, and integrated security solutions.
• Complete takeoffs, labour calculations, bills of materials, and equipment selections.
• Account for cabling, power, networking, software, licensing, integrations, and commissioning.
• Prepare system architectures, scopes, clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify technical gaps, commercial risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Attend site reviews and pre-bid meetings when required, and coordinate site visits and bid activities as needed.
• Complete clear handovers to project managers, technicians, and procurement teams.
• Review completed projects to improve estimating accuracy.

Job description

Join our growing Systems Integration team!

Scarlet Security & Risk Group (SSRG) is hiring a Security Systems Estimator to develop accurate, competitive, and technically compliant estimates for integrated security and low-voltage projects.

This role requires practical knowledge of system design, installation, programming, commissioning, and lifecycle support. The successful candidate will understand how security systems work, not just how to price them.

Scarlet Security & Risk Group (SSRG) is an ISO31000, ISO9001 and ISO45001 certified company and one of Canada’s leading security companies. We provide a variety of client‑centric security, technology, risk management, and investigation solutions to customers across the country. Our diverse, highly qualified team members and relentless commitment to excellence create superior results for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, RFPs, addenda, contracts, and site conditions.
• Prepare estimates, budgets, quotations, tenders, and change‑order pricing.
• Design access control, CCTV, intrusion, intercom, and integrated security solutions.
• Complete takeoffs, labour calculations, bills of materials, and equipment selections.
• Account for cabling, power, networking, software, licensing, integrations, and commissioning.
• Prepare system architectures, scopes, clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify technical gaps, commercial risks, and value‑engineering opportunities.
• Attend site reviews and pre‑bid meetings when required, and coordinate site visits and bid activities as needed.
• Complete clear handovers to project managers, technicians, and procurement teams.
• Review completed projects to improve estimating accuracy.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in security‑system estimating, design, installation, or project delivery.
• Experience with Avigilon, Keyscan, AMAG, ICT, Gallagher, Kantech, Milestone, Hanwha Vision, DSC, and Bosch systems is preferred. Experience with other platforms will also be considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, intercom systems, low‑voltage infrastructure, and IT networking.
• This role requires practical knowledge of system design, installation, programming, commissioning, and lifecycle support.
• Ability to interpret architectural, electrical, communications, and security drawings.
• Experience preparing tenders, technical proposals, and detailed quotations.
• Working knowledge of labour requirements, construction sequencing, and commissioning.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating tools.
• Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Visio, or Procore is an asset.
• Relevant technical education, trade qualifications, and manufacturer certifications are assets.
• Valid driver's licence.

Working Conditions

• Work may be indoors or outdoors, including construction environments
• This role may require occasional travel and moderate noise levels

Benefits & Company Perks

• $65,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience
• Health & dental benefits for full‑time employees
• Up to $1,000 in referral bonuses when your friends join the team
• Professional Development & Internal Career Growth Opportunities (Training and Systems Certifications)
• A culture of respect and mentorship
• Access to exclusive employee discounts on over 5000 products & services
• Company vehicle, fuel card, phone allowance/company phone, tool allowance, and overtime opportunities available.
• Work with a wide variety of technologies across commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure environments.