Senior Estimator

Description
Overview
Our client is seeking a highly motivated, charismatic, and experienced Estimator III to support our nationwide sales team from our Torrance, CA office. This role is part of the Engineering & Estimation Department (EED) and will support both Sales and EED teams with client interactions, consultations, designs, and proposals.
The Estimator III will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and written proposals for new and existing clients, with a strong emphasis on Physical Security Systems and IT Network Infrastructure. This role requires a well-rounded in networking fundamentals, including switching, routing, wireless connectivity, and server infrastructure, with specialized expertise in physical security system design and integration.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience designing and estimating video surveillance, access control, and supporting network infrastructure, including knowledge of physical layer infrastructure, network switching, wireless backhaul, and server environments that support enterprise security platforms.
Experience with the following physical security manufacturers is highly preferred: Verkada, Brivo, Hanwha, Axis, and Avigilon. Experience with Aruba and Cisco switching platforms is also highly desirable.
Projects will vary in size across industries and project types, requiring strong technical design skills, communication abilities, and attention to detail.
Our client is a premier network integration company with extensive experience helping organizations leverage technology to drive their business. Our services include network consultation and design, IP telephony, remote network monitoring, vulnerability assessment, wireless networks, video teleconferencing, video surveillance, access control, cloud services, and structured cabling.
Our clients include major research universities, public school districts, Fortune 500 companies, global shipping and logistics firms, medical centers, entertainment companies, and other businesses.

Responsibilities
Attend and participate in pre-sales meetings with clients and internal staff to determine and document solution requirements
Interface with manufacturers, purchasing agents, suppliers, customers, and internal staff
Review RFPs, RFQs, SOWs, floor plans, and design documents
Design and estimate physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control platforms and supporting infrastructure.
Prepare detailed written documentation of meetings, calls, site walks, and scopes of work
Prepare comprehensive bills of materials and accurate cost estimates
Develop conceptual and design drawings using IPVM or Bluebeam
Evaluate and design supporting infrastructure including network switching, wireless backhaul, servers, and structured cabling
Review written proposals and BOMs to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
Support Operations teams throughout project execution by answering technical questions
Participate in project kickoff meetings
Collaborate with Sales and Engineering teams to develop scalable and reliable system architectures

Required Qualifications
Proven ability to perform the SR. Estimator role independently
8+ years of experience designing or estimating enterprise IT network infrastructure and physical security systems
Strong knowledge of video surveillance and access control system design
Strong understanding of network switching, routing, wireless connectivity, and server infrastructure
Experience supporting physical security systems within enterprise IT environments
Knowledge of physical layer infrastructure, including fiber optic cabling, copper cabling, and pathway systems
Ability to read, understand, and interpret RFPs, specifications, and construction drawings
Skilled at developing designs to improve system functionality and scalability
High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving ability
Understanding of project management principles and project lifecycle
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service orientation
Must be able to pass a Department of Justice (DOJ)
Must be able to pass a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS)
Skills
physical security, estimation, network infrastructure, design-build
Top Skills Details
physical security,estimation,network infrastructure,design-build
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Experience with physical security platforms including Verkada, Brivo, Hanwha, Axis, and Avigilon
Experience with Aruba and Cisco switching platforms
Experience designing systems that include wireless backhaul for surveillance or remote connectivity
Experience with server-based video management systems (VMS)
Previous field or installation experience with network or security systems
Familiarity with structured cabling systems including fiber optics and horizontal copper infrastructure

Preferred Certifications
RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer)
Manufacturer certifications in video surveillance, access control, networking, or wireless technologies
Industry certifications such as CCNA, Aruba, or physical security manufacturer certifications

Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Torrance, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/yr.
Our partnership with this Client goes back 2 decades. Over the last 2 years, we have built on this foundation and earned exclusive business for all of their technology positions. We are now having managed services conversations with this Client because of how well we have shown up with top IT talent. We have great relationships with the owners as well as with all of executive leadership at this organization. We are positioned very well, can provide timely feedback, and high odds of a successful interview. Our Client is an IT Managed Services Provider that brings 35 years of industry experience to the table. They design, build, and maintain best-of-breed systems, including networks, security, data center, wireless, cloud, audiovisual, and managed solutions. They leverage technology to improve business outcomes. Their main customers in the Greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas include many local area hospitals, military bases, ports, and various schools. Many of their upcoming projects will revolve around the 2028 Olympics. They are preparing SoCal to be a fully digital and connected City. our Client offers free HMO medical benefits for yourself or they also offer PPO as an option you can pay into. They offer dental and vison benefits as well. 401k, matching 10%. Paid holidays, sick time, and PTO.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Torrance,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.