AV Estimator - ll

As an Estimator with Paladin Technologies, your main responsibility will be to maximize the award of profitable contracts by leading estimating and bid administration activities. You will work closely with the Sales, Design, and Project Management team to ensure that our customers are provided with the highest quality service.

Ideal candidates will represent Paladin 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, holding client meetings, working with project teams during installation, or planning for the closeout of a project. 

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost budgets for commercial AV, security, and structured cabling systems based on drawings, specifications, and relevant project documentation
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, and PMO teams to develop detailed estimates including labor, materials, logistics, and bill of materials (BOMs)
• Interpret proposals, blueprints, AV system designs, risers, and specifications to identify labor and material requirements
• Analyze scope documents and project plans to produce clear, concise cost estimates for integrated low voltage systems
• Engage manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and ensure complete solutions
• Identify opportunities for value engineering while maintaining design intent and system performance
• Maintain current knowledge of technology trends, products, and industry best practices through ongoing training and vendor engagement
• Coordinate bid and proposal development with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate submissions

• 3–5 years of progressive estimating experience in the low voltage industry with a strong emphasis on audiovisual systems
• Proven experience estimating commercial AV projects, including conferencing, audio DSP, digital signage, control, and room integration systems
• Working knowledge of AV systems (Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Shure, Sennheiser, Atlona, BrightSign, Samsung, LG) 
• Experience estimating projects in the $250K–$500K+ range
• Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular), Bluebeam, and estimating/project software such as D-Tools, or similar
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, AV and security system schematics, and specifications
• Clear communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams

• Experience working with some or all of the following systems:
  • AV – Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Shure, Sennheiser, Atlona, BrightSign, Samsung, LG
  • Security – Genetec, Avigilon, LenelS2, Kantech, Bosch, DMP, AMAG
  • Cabling – Belden, CommScope, Panduit, Corning
• Familiarity with AV-over-IP and hybrid UC platforms such as Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms
• Experience in a technical sales or system design role considered an asset
• CTS certification (or working toward CTS) preferred
• Post-secondary education in electronics, telecommunications, AV integration, or a related technical field

Physical Demands: 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, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly in English) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment

Working Conditions: 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.

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,600 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 858-668-1705 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.