Estimator (Boston, MA)

CGL Electronic Security • Boston, MA

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About The Position

CGL Electronic Security, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to provide primary technical support to the sales team and manage customer estimate requests and quotations from initial inquiry through proposal delivery. The Estimator works with clients, sales staff, manufacturers, consultants, and internal operations to assess security needs and develop accurate, competitive, and profitable design proposals for access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, intrusion detection, intercom, and integrated security systems. The role includes customer meetings and site surveys, system design, site drawings, pricing, estimate verification, and preparation of scope and cost documentation for handoff to project management after an award. Local travel is required, primarily within the Greater Boston metropolitan region, with possible travel elsewhere in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire.

The company describes itself as a family business with a corporate structure and offers opportunities for personal and professional development. Team members receive competitive benefits, industry training, and certifications on leading security products.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of estimating, design, or quotation experience in electronic/low-voltage security, or equivalent hands-on security system installation experience with direct exposure to estimating and take-offs.
• Working knowledge of electronic security systems, including access control, IP video/CCTV, intrusion/alarm, and intercom.
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, including Microsoft Excel, for pricing, take-offs, and cost build-ups.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work directly with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with strong organizational and time-management skills to manage concurrent estimates and deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer sites for surveys and walk-throughs.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to use AutoCAD to create drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field.
• Experience with estimating and take-off software and CRM/PSA platforms such as ConnectWise.
• Familiarity with manufacturer platforms, including access control products such as Software House, Lenel, and Genetec, and video products such as Genetec, Avigilon, and Milestone.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers and attend site surveys to assess security requirements and existing conditions.
• Review client needs across access control, video surveillance, alarm monitoring, intrusion detection, intercom, and related systems.
• Develop quotations and alternative system designs that balance customer requirements, technical fit, and budget.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and consultants to stay current on equipment features, capabilities, and emerging technologies.
• Design integrated security solutions with detailed component specifications and bills of material.
• Conduct site visits and maintain customer contact in response to sales requests.
• Create site drawings, including floor plans and system layout details.
• Develop pricing spreadsheets that present clear options and alternatives.
• Verify estimate accuracy against project plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain current knowledge of security technologies, products, and industry best practices.
• Coordinate with internal staff to ensure customer satisfaction and project profitability.
• Prepare and hand off complete, accurate scope and cost documentation to project management upon award.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, industry training, and certifications on leading security products.
• Take-home service vehicle.
• Company-provided phone and laptop.
• Health, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• HRA and HSA options.
• 401(k) plan options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED