Remote Security Systems Estimator: Design & Bid Expert

IES Communications; Tempe (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Security Systems Estimator in the United States to support sales and project staff by developing design and engineering solutions for security systems such as CCTV and access control. You will keep estimates accurate and up to date.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience in special systems, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to design, engineer and write costed solutions with vendors and project teams. Travel within territory may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in Special Systems (CCTV, Card Access, Intrusion, Fire Alarm, IP network based system requirements).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Access).
• Familiar with and able to effectively utilize a project based accounting software package.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Must be able to design, engineer, estimate and develop written and graphic representations of proposed solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials and define the basis for estimating labor.
• Assist sales by attending site walks and pre-bid meetings; track site visits and conditions for design.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management and operations upon turnover; ensure price and costs align.
• Follow guidelines on vendor/product selection; work with vendors for best solution and lead times.
• Provide floor plan takeoffs and project applications per company guidelines; support personnel.
• Ensure engineering work meets customer and company quality and safety standards.
• Attend training and review sessions on technical requirements.
• Meet bid schedules and deadlines; work within strict timeframes.
• Attend and complete turnover meetings to cover all project details and expectations.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Security systems

Estimation

Microsoft Office

Blueprints

Project coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

IES Communications is seeking a Security Systems Estimator in the United States to support sales and project staff by developing design and engineering solutions for security systems such as CCTV and access control. You will keep estimates accurate and up to date.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience in special systems, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to design, engineer and write costed solutions with vendors and project teams. Travel within territory may be required.