Design Estimator – Security Solutions Position Available In Fulton, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: Allied Universal is hiring a Design Estimator for Security Solutions in Atlanta, Georgia, and Ashland, Virginia. Responsibilities include conducting site walkthroughs, developing technical solutions, generating cost estimates, and supporting sales teams. Qualifications include proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience with security solutions, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) enrollment, and paid time off.
Job Description
Design Estimator – Security Solutions
Atlanta, Georgia, Ashland, Virginia
Position:
Type Full Time
Req ID:
2025-1370307
Date posted: 04/22/2025 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. Apply today and be phenomenal—build a meaningful career while protecting what matters most through innovative security technology. Allied Universal is hiring a Solutions Architect II to support the achievement of sales goals through direct pre-sales support, providing high-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
Develop technical solutions that map customer business requirements to security technology solutions
Generation of technical scopes of work (SOW) and detailed design narratives for technical solutions 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 during estimating process
Support the sales team by participating in technical discussions and meetings with customers and/or product partners
Support the Sales Team in customer-facing ROI (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 organization and department standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (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 of 7 years relevant experience with integrated electronic security solutions or 5 years of experience in a pre-sales support or engineering position
Industry technology certifications such as
PSP, CCNA
; or product specific certification in Access Control and IP Video platforms
Working knowledge of network infrastructure, including switches, routers, IP configuration, CCNA or equivalent certification, is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of certification
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to communicate with stake holders via email, over the phone, and in person is required
Ability to maintain sensitive information
Ability to obtain 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. #LI-EL1 Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.
