Security Systems Estimator/Engineer

Cochran Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochran Inc. is seeking a Security Systems Construction Estimator/Engineer for its Portland office. This role involves interfacing with engineering and installation teams, conducting needs assessments, and creating estimates for complex security systems. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in security systems installation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Security System installation with integrated security systems.
• Strong understanding of access control and surveillance systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security needs assessments with customers.
• Create detailed estimates from conceptual designs.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to produce installation documentation.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Communication

Quality Management

Customer Service

Organization

Dependability

Education

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Security System installation

Field installation experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Estimating Software

Bluebeam

CAD

Job description

Job Opportunity: Security Systems Construction Estimator/Engineer

Reports to: Technologies Preconstruction Manager (Portland, OR Office)

Location: On Site (Portland, OR)

Salary Range: $95,000-$115,000 (depending upon experience & knowledge)

About Cochran

Join Cochran, a trailblazer in the Pacific Northwest's electrical and technology construction scene. We are at the forefront of fostering innovation in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. As one of the largest Woman-owned contractors in the Pacific Northwest, our success hinges on our extraordinary team. We set the bar high and seek outstanding talent from diverse backgrounds.

Summary

Cochran is currently seeking a Security Systems Construction Estimator/Engineer to join our Portland team. They will be interfacingwith internal engineering, installation staff and customers at the jobsite. Candidate must be able to take security systems from inception to completion, starting with customer needs analysis, bid/specification review, pre-sales engineering/estimating, proposal writing and submission, and subsequent post-sales engineering support of the construction team upon project award. These systems will include the potential need to integrate access control systems, video surveillance systems, intercom systems and intrusion systems for seamless utilization by end users.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The following are the duties associated with being a Cochran Security Systems Estimator/Engineer. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team where applicable.
2. Specification and plan review of bid documents, including the ability to read blue prints, schematics, interpret project schedules and understand project requirements set forth in bid documents.
3. Conduct meetings with end users to develop a security needs assessment for estimating purposes.
4. Conduct periodic site visits to confirm estimating approach is consistent with construction means and methods.
5. Accurate quantity take-off and entry into estimating software for the generation of detailed estimates from conceptual design information, including the ability to generate large multi-scope estimates.
6. Participate in estimate/bid reviews with the technologies team
7. Creation of proposals and scope narratives, including preparation and review of vendor/subcontractor bid packages.
8. Able to collaborate with the CAD/BIM/construction departments to produce project installation documentation.
9. Understands system technical requirements as well as general networking protocols.
10. Understanding of TCP/IP network routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
11. General knowledge of security system software for commissioning purposes (actual commissioning to be completed by field crew).
12. Ability to design/develop an integrated security systems.
13. Willing and able to become certified in applicable manufacturers such as Lenel-S2, Motorola/Avigilon, Genetec, Milestone, Axis-2N, Milestone, Hanwha, Bosch (this is not an all-encompassing manufacturer list).
14. Ability to quickly learn and grasp new technologies as well as stay up to date with latest technologies.

Competency

To perform the job of Estimator successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

1. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problem in a timely manner;
2. Technical Skills – Pursues ongoing training and development.
3. Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Writes clearly and informatively. Fluently and clearly speaks and writes in English.
4. Quality Management – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for way to improve and promote quality.
5. Team Work – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
6. Customer Service - Responds promptly and politely to customer needs. Responds to requests for bids and meets commitments and deadlines.
7. Organization – Displays a high level of organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task effectively due to nature of the role and the need to be able to shift focus between tasks associated with multiple projects and/or bid opportunities that this role could be involved with at any given moment.
8. Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction and meets commitments. Is consistently at work and on time.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the Security System installationindustry with various systems, including access control,intrusion detection, CCTV/video surveillance and intercoms. Although not required, additional preference is given to those with another three or more years of actual hands-on, field installation experience. Strong understanding of integrated security systems is preferred.

Language Ability

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

Math Ability

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate to expert knowledge of Microsoft Word processing software, spreadsheet software and estimating software. Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Visio drawing and CAD and Accubid Anywhere a plus.

Code Knowledge

Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local building codes preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

Preference will be given to those candidates already certified on the manufacturer platforms listed above.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may vary.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.