What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Estimator position at WilsonHCG?
Job Title: Estimator Security Solutions
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Position Type: Mainly in-office with some work from home options
Overview: We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team, specializing in security solutions (Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion and other low-voltage products). The ideal candidate will be responsible for system design, assessing project costs, ensuring accuracy in estimations, and evaluating potential profitability. This role is crucial in supporting our goal of delivering top-tier security solutions to government and commercial clients and is customer-facing.
Responsibilities:
If you are interested and have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly. My direct line is 919-355-5144 and my email is brandon.parker@wilsonhr.com
We need this person to be able to start by April 1st at the latest but can get started as soon as available,
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Position Type: Mainly in-office with some work from home options
Overview: We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team, specializing in security solutions (Access Control, CCTV, Intrusion and other low-voltage products). The ideal candidate will be responsible for system design, assessing project costs, ensuring accuracy in estimations, and evaluating potential profitability. This role is crucial in supporting our goal of delivering top-tier security solutions to government and commercial clients and is customer-facing.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct site walks and capture customer needs to design appropriate solutions.
- Have a thorough understanding of all the parts and pieces required to complete a system installation.
- Evaluate and analyze project costs, ensuring all estimates are detailed and accurate.
- Leverage knowledge of security systems (e.g., surveillance, access control) to optimize cost estimates and strategies.
- Understand market trends and industry pricing to highlight competitive advantages in bidding.
- Collect and analyze quotes for materials, equipment, and labor; resolve discrepancies in costs.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure the project scope aligns with estimates.
- Regularly update and refine estimating procedures to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
- Strong familiarity with blueprints and security system designs; ability to interpret complex plans.
- 3 years of experience in designing and estimating for security systems, including video surveillance, intrusion detection, and access control.
- 3 years of experience as an Electronic Security Solutions Technician with a thorough understanding of realistic installation timelines.
- Proficiency in estimation software and tools.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively advocate for our solutions during the bidding process.
- Detail-oriented, with a track record of delivering precise and reliable cost estimates under tight deadlines.
- Installation and service experience is highly beneficial, as a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the systems is essential for accurate quoting.
If you are interested and have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly. My direct line is 919-355-5144 and my email is brandon.parker@wilsonhr.com
We need this person to be able to start by April 1st at the latest but can get started as soon as available,
Salary : $25,000 - $35,000
