Programmatic Solutions Estimator II

Convergint Technologies LLC; La Palma (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary and compensation

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a full-time Solutions Estimator 2 to bridge the gap between entry-level estimators and senior professionals. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for large-scale RFPs and complex scopes, focusing on programmatic customers and data-center, healthcare, and education verticals.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, procurement, and project teams, own medium-to-large opportunities, and mentor junior staff while aligning estimates with pricing strategies and market

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in estimating, project management, or system design for physical security projects.
• Experience with large-scale RFPs, greenfield opportunities, and programmatic customer projects.
• Strong understanding of vertical market requirements (healthcare, data centers, government, education, financial institutions).
• Ability to read and analyze construction documents, drawings, specifications, and technical scopes.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Excel, and project collaboration tools.
• Knowledge of materials, labor costs, and subcontractor coordination for physical security systems.
• Ability to identify risks and propose value engineering solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills.
• Proactive mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates for large-scale RFPs, greenfield projects, and complex scopes.
• Bridge the gap between entry-level estimating and senior design and estimating professionals, taking ownership of medium-to-large opportunities with programmatic customers.
• Analyze project requirements, specifications, and technical documents to understand scope, risks, and deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with sales, engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure estimates reflect accurate costs, resources, and timelines.
• Evaluate project scopes, interpret blueprints, analyze costs, and make decisions that significantly impact pricing and project feasibility.
• Participate in site walks, pre-bid meetings, and technical discussions to fully assess project needs and unique requirements.
• Source pricing from vendors, subcontractors, and partners for materials, labor, and services to meet project specifications.
• Work closely with Solutions Estimator 1 team members, providing mentorship and guidance on estimating tools, processes, and standards.
• Identify scope gaps, project risks, and value engineering opportunities to provide innovative solutions.
• Prepare professional and competitive proposals that include technical details, pricing, and justification for Convergint’s value proposition.
• Work with installation teams to ensure feasibility and accuracy of estimates.
• Apply industry knowledge of regulations and compliance requirements.
• Track project costs, potential risks, and margins to optimize pricing strategies.
• Stay updated on security technology, industry standards, and product pricing.
• Ensure estimates align with company pricing strategies and market competitiveness.
• Prepare and present accurate proposals to internal and external customers.
• Assist in managing the estimating process for programmatic and recurring customers to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment with program objectives.
• Support Solutions Architects and other senior leaders on large, strategic, or specialized projects.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

System design

Collaboration

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Project collaboration tools

Job description

Convergint is seeking a full-time Solutions Estimator 2 to bridge the gap between entry-level estimators and senior professionals. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for large-scale RFPs and complex scopes, focusing on programmatic customers and data-center, healthcare, and education verticals.

You will collaborate with sales, engineering, procurement, and project teams, own medium-to-large opportunities, and mentor junior staff while aligning estimates with pricing strategies and market