Electronic Security Estimator: Bid & Proposal Pro

Tusco, Inc.; Madison, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Tusco, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electronic Security Estimator to join our Madison, AL team. You will develop accurate estimates and proposals for electronic security and low-voltage projects, reviewing drawings, scopes, and specifications to ensure competitive bids.

You will collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Operations, and vendors to validate costs and feasibility, perform takeoffs, and communicate clear proposals for complex systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience estimating electronic security or low-voltage systems.
• Experience estimating projects with access control, CCTV, intrusion, or structured cabling.
• Ability to read construction drawings, security drawings, specifications and scopes.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with Excel and Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for electronic security projects.
• Review RFPs, drawings, specs, scopes, equipment schedules and project documents.
• Perform material, equipment and labor takeoffs.
• Estimate systems including access control, CCTV, intrusion, intercom and cabling.
• Interpret drawings and technical documents; identify risks and exclusions.
• Develop labor estimates and manage multiple estimates with deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Reading drawings

Estimating experience

Education

NICET certification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tusco, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electronic Security Estimator to join our Madison, AL team. You will develop accurate estimates and proposals for electronic security and low-voltage projects, reviewing drawings, scopes, and specifications to ensure competitive bids.

You will collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Operations, and vendors to validate costs and feasibility, perform takeoffs, and communicate clear proposals for complex systems.