Join our growing Systems Integration team!

Scarlet SecurityRisk Group (SSRG) is hiring a Security Systems Estimator to develop accurate, competitive, and technically compliant estimates for integrated security and low-voltage projects.

This role requires practical knowledge of system design, installation, programming, commissioning, and lifecycle support. The successful candidate will understand how security systems work, not just how to price them.

Responsibilities

- Review drawings, specifications, RFPs, addenda, contracts, and site conditions.
- Prepare estimates, budgets, quotations, tenders, and change-order pricing.
- Design access control, CCTV, intrusion, intercom, and integrated security solutions.
- Complete takeoffs, labour calculations, bills of materials, and equipment selections.
- Account for cabling, power, networking, software, licensing, integrations, and commissioning.
- Prepare system architectures, scopes, clarifications, assumptions, and exclusions.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
- Identify technical gaps, commercial risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Attend site reviews and pre-bid meetings when required, and coordinate site visits and bid activities as needed.
- Complete clear handovers to project managers, technicians, and procurement teams.
- Review completed projects to improve estimating accuracy.

Requirements

- 3+ years of experience in security-system estimating, design, installation, or project delivery.
- Experience with Avigilon, Keyscan, AMAG, ICT, Gallagher, Kantech, Milestone, Hanwha Vision, DSC, and Bosch systems is preferred. Experience with other platforms will also be considered an asset.
- Robust knowledge of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, intercom systems, low-voltage infrastructure, and IT networking.
- This role requires practical knowledge of system design, installation, programming, commissioning, and lifecycle support.
- Ability to interpret architectural, electrical, communications,



and security drawings.
- Experience preparing tenders, technical proposals, and detailed quotations.
- Working knowledge of labour requirements, construction sequencing, and commissioning.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating tools.
- Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Visio, or Procore is an asset.
- Relevant technical education, trade qualifications, and manufacturer certifications are assets.
- Valid driver's licence.

Working Conditions

- Work may be indoors or outdoors, including construction environments
- This role may require occasional travel and moderate noise levels

BenefitsCompany Perks

- $65,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience
- Healthdental benefits for full-time employees
- Up to $1,000 in referral bonuses when your friends join the team
- Professional DevelopmentInternal Career Growth Opportunities (Training and Systems Certifications)
- A culture of respect and mentorship
- Access to exclusive employee discounts on over 5000 productsservices
- Company vehicle, fuel card, phone allowance/company phone, tool allowance, and overtime opportunities available.
- Work with a wide variety of technologies across commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, government, and critical infrastructure environments.

Ready to Apply? Upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why this role aligns with your goals. We're excited to hear from you!

We understand that the ideal candidate is not defined by meeting every single criterion, but by vision, impact, and commitment to our purpose. We are actively working to eliminate systemic barriers in our employment process. If your background demonstrates the strategic capacity and leadership required to drive our mission of reducing inequality, and you are excited by this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and articulate your vision in your cover letter.

Due to a high volume of applications, only those selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

📌 Security Systems Estimator / Burnaby, BC
🏢 SSRG Scarlet Security u0026 Risk Group
📍 Burnaby