Security Systems Estimator

IES Infrastructure

$60K — $115K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in security systems or related technical field.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project-based accounting software.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints and project documents effectively.
  • Self-motivated with strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects.
  • High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities.
  • Attend site-walk and pre-bid meetings to assess project conditions.
  • Act as liaison between sales, project management, and operations teams.
  • Select materials and define labor estimates according to bid specifications.
  • Ensure all engineering work aligns with company quality and safety standards.
  • Provide floor plan takeoffs based on company solutions and guidelines.

Benefits

  • Remote workplace option for flexibility.
  • Engagement in continuous training and professional development.
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security systems and technologies.
Full Job Description
Looking for 5 years of security systems

Job Summary:

The Security Systems Estimator is the person who supports the sales and project staff and activities of the Company. The Security Systems Estimator will develop design and engineering solutions for sales opportunities. The Security Systems Estimator keeps the estimates accurate and information up to date for security systems such as security programing, access control and CCTV.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The Security Systems Estimator will provide complete project engineering, selection of applicable materials and define the basis for assigning and estimating labor. Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will assist the sales organization by attending site-walk and pre-bid meetings on project activity. Track all site visits and keep detailed information of site conditions for use in the design of the engineering solutions.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will act as liaison between and meet with sales, project management and operations when project is turned over for installation. Monitor that the sales price and actual installation costs coincide.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will follow Company guidelines on preferred selection of vendors and products. The SSE will work with vendors to obtain best solution, most competitive price and proper lead-time on materials.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will provide floor plan takeoffs and project application per Company's recommended solutions book and technical support personnel.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will ensure that all engineering work meets the customer and Company quality and safety level at all times.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will attend training and review sessions on technical requirements according to the Company's training guidelines.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will meet bid schedules and deadlines. The SSE will work within and have the ability to meet a very strict timeframe.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will attend and complete job turnover meetings as required to cover all details and expectations of project as they were designed.
  • The Security Systems Estimator will complete other responsibilities as assigned.


Min

USD $60,000.00/Yr.
Max

USD $115,000.00/Yr.
Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, able to help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
  • Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
  • Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
  • Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.


Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the Company.
  • Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Special Systems or a related technical or construction field, including but not limited to CCTV, Card Access, Intrusion, Fire Alarm audio/Video and IP network based system requirements.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Access database).
  • Must be familiar with and able to effectively utilize a project based accounting software package.
  • Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
  • Must have the proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the Company's proposed solutions utilizing the automation resources provided by the Company.


Minimum Years of Experience

4-6
License Required

No
Minimum Education

High School
Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States.

Workplace Type

Remote

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