Estimator I Security
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Job Summary
Ideal candidates will represent Bosch in a professional manner that aligns with our values of leadership mindset people development team and client focused. A typical day could see you responding to an RFP meeting with sales team members working with service and project teams during installation or working with clients to identify scope requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare cost budgets based on drawings specifications and other relevant materials
- Work closely with Engineering Sales and PMO to develop cost estimates for labor and logistics and detailed BOM
- Identify labor material and time requirements by studying proposals blueprints specifications and related documents
- Compute and communicate costs through analysis of labor material and time requirements
- Engage subcontractors to augment Paladins areas of expertise to provide a complete solution
- Obtain best product prices from manufacturers distributors and subcontractors
- Maintaining technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reviewing technical publications establishing networks
- Coordinating bid proposal development with all relevant stakeholders
- A minimum of one year of design experience in the information technology and integrated security systems or Audio-Visual industry
- A strong understanding of the physical security IT industries and/or AV industry including an awareness of complimentary products technologies trends and the general application of physical security technology
- An understanding of and experience with fundamental concepts pertaining to IP networks low voltage electronics power and communications.
- Ability to create and edit design drawings spread sheets program sheets and projects handover documentation.
- Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Bluebeam Mac OS and project / quoting software
- A strong command of the English language supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and projects and be responsive to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Motivated self-starter with ambition to independently research new technologies as well as engineering and business methodologies/concepts
- Previous and progressive experience in the low voltage industry Experience estimating projects
- Experience working with some or all the following systems:
- Access Control - LenelS2 Software House Avigilon Kantech Genetec AMAG RBH
- CCTV Milestone Avigilon Genetec
- Intrusion Bosch DSC DMP Senstar Southwest Microwave
- Network Switching Cisco Ruckus HPE
- RTLS Actall Guard RFID
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Schneider Omron
- Structured cabling - Belden CommScope Corning Panduit
- Door Hardware - any- considered assets
- Audio Visual Crestron Extron Neat etc
- Experience in a technical sales role or system design
- Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Mac OS and project / quoting software
- Post-secondary education in electronics electrical or equivalent
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
In general the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to effectively communicate (i.e. see hear speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching lifting of light office objects and operating office equipment
- Position is a desk job requiring the use of computer keyboard and phone
In general the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- The office is clean orderly properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
- This is a hybrid office position
Company Info;
Backed by more than a century of Bosch innovation Bosch Building Technologies North America is driven by a simple belief: buildings should protect inspire and empower the people inside them. We partner with organizations to create smart connected environments that feel safer work smarter and support a more sustainable future. With decades of regional experience and teams rooted in communities across North America we bring together integrated security fire detection building automation and energy solutions all delivered by people who genuinely care. Our experts are committed to excellence guided by digital innovation and passionate about creating experiences that make every building feel like its working for you.
In 2026 Robert Bosch unified its global building technology integrator operations under the name of Bosch Building Technologies. As part of this transition Paladin Technologies and Climatec combined their branch networks creating a product-agnostic systems integrator focus on delivering flexible future-ready solutions offering customers an expanded cross-domain service portfolio working as one cohesive team to deliver greater value under a stronger Bosch identity.
This company considers candidates regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability & veterans or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process please send an email or call 1- to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.
We thank you for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Bosch Building Technologies implements connected and integrated overall solutions to increase safety, comfort and efficiency in your buildings.