Security Estimator

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Pflugerville, TX

18d

About The Position

The Security Estimator estimates and prepares proposals for burglar alarms, CCTV, surveillance systems, and related systems. The role performs bid layouts and material takeoffs, obtains vendor pricing, writes quotes, and carries out basic calculations and code research. The estimator interprets applicable codes and project specifications, collaborates with sales, operations, and design staff, and delivers accurate estimates according to bid schedules. The position also produces status reports, participates in planning meetings, and maintains timely, accurate entries in operating systems, including regular Compass updates. The employee is expected to follow company Core Values, safety policies, and other company requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience estimating security systems.
• Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA Code.
• Ability to create alarm and suppression layouts and perform material takeoffs.
• Strong math skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to use independent judgment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to deliver high-quality results by deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both within a team and independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Experience working against deadlines and a track record of completing projects on time.
• Proven dedication to safety compliance and safe work practices.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.
• Ability to sit at a desk or computer station and work on a computer for extended periods; manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse.
• Ability to walk and maneuver around construction job sites and occasionally climb ladders.
• Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, or inclement weather on job sites.
• Ability to occasionally wear PPE, including steel-toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs.
• Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with low-voltage systems, including fire alarm, access control, CCTV, and security.
• License for the area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform bid layouts.
• Complete material takeoffs.
• Obtain vendor pricing.
• Write quotes.
• Perform basic calculations and code research, and assist other estimators as needed.
• Read, learn, interpret, and apply code requirements pertaining to job specifications.
• Work with sales, operations, and design staff to interpret project specifications.
• Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates and schedules.
• Produce status reports and participate in planning meetings.
• Provide timely and accurate operating-system entries and update Compass regularly.
• Model the company’s Core Values.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Training and career development.
• Company vehicle if applicable to the job.
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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