Estimator Security Systems

Overview

Join Allied Universal Technology Services, a global leader in transforming the security industry. We integrate advanced technology - video surveillance, electronic access control, alarm monitoring and augmented solutions with physical security to help people feel safe. Whether you're an installation technician, service technician, engineer, or project manager, you'll discover rewarding opportunities to grow your career as part of a valued team.

Allied Universal is hiring a Solutions Architect II tosupport the achievementofsales goals through direct pre-salessupport,providinghigh-quality, innovative, cost-effective technical solutions that meet or exceed our customer's needs in a professional manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct site walkthroughs with client and sales understanding the need

Developtechnicalsolutions that map customer business requirements to security technology solutions

Generation of technical scopes of work (SOW) and detailed design narratives fortechnicalsolutions and associated cost estimates

Manage estimation process to include interfacing with multiple representatives of sales, management, and customer teams

Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and technical/functional design specifications to prepare compliant solutions

Research emerging technologies in support of security integration solutions

Interface with product and distribution partners to obtain systems, device, and equipment pricing duringestimatingprocess

Support the sales team by participating in technical discussions and meetings with customers and/or product partners

Support the Sales Team in customer-facingROI (Return on Investment)discussions and technical presentations

Understanding construction divisions as they relate to electronics safety and security for RFP responses

Maintain quality assurance by following organizationand departmentstandards

QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency withMicrosoftOffice(Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word)

Utilizing a PDF editing - creation tool such as Bluebeam for device plotting and team collaborations

Experience with understanding customer needs to design and build complex security solutions for access control, video management, intrusion detection and camera systems

Familiarity with national codes highly preferred

A high school diploma required; bachelor's degree in related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

A minimum of7years relevant experience with integrated electronic security solutions or 5 years of experience in a pre-sales support or engineering position

Industry technology certifications such asPSP, CCNA; or product specificcertification inAccess Control and IP Video platforms

Working knowledge of networkinfrastructure,including switches, routers, IP configuration, CCNA or equivalent certification, is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of certification

Ability to work inafast-pacedenvironment;capable of managing multiple tasks,setting priorities,and meeting deadlines

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to communicate withstake holdersvia email, over the phone, and in person is required

Ability to maintain sensitive information

Ability toobtain any state licensing requirements

Ability to travel (10%-20%)on an as needed basis

BENEFITS:

Company Credit Card and Bonus

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our company's 401 (k) or Supplemental Income Plan, subject to eligibility requirements

Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days

Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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