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Calgary, AB

Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America’s largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions. Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes: fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies. 

Mircom’s mission is to save lives and protect property by providing a line-up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small buildings to the largest complexes. Our unwavering commitment to North American manufacturing enables us to offer the highest quality and best competitive value across our vast range of products and solutions.

We are seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Estimator & Designer who will be responsible for preparing complete and accurate quotations to be presented to clients, either directly or through the assigned salesperson. This role includes analyzing projects to identify and propose cost-saving opportunities through optimized design and product solutions. The candidate we are searching for will also perform occasional design work, including developing and assembling project riser diagrams, comprehensive shop drawing packages, and associated technical data sheets to support bids and project execution. This is a full-time role based out of our Calgary office.

Responsibilities:

• Produce material and labour take-offs through drawings to develop accurate quotations.
• Provide project design packages, riser diagrams, shop drawings, data sheets, battery calculations.
• Review and understand job specifications and drawings.
• Follow through with estimating process to develop competitive bids.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, clarify specifications, wording, etc.
• Converse with Sales People to coordinate the closing of the bid review.
• Occasional site/tender walk-throughs to cross refence drawings to avoid site interferences and identify proactive solutions.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain pricing to include within the final quotation provided to client.
• Attend scheduled Sales Manager meetings to discuss product, codes and issues.
• Coordinate with the project management team to create process and guidelines to help with growing of the new department
• Attend and contribute to product training seminars and monthly sales meetings.

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2 + years of experience in estimating, design, or drafting within construction, fire protection, electrical, or related industry.
• Experience specifically in fire alarm, life safety, security, or low‑voltage systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of NFPA, local building/fire codes, and applicable standards.
• Experience working in a growing department or helping establish processes and best practices.
• Experience preparing quotations and bid submissions for commercial/industrial projects.
• Familiarity with tender processes and documentation.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to attend occasional site visits/tender walkthroughs.

• A great working environment
• Competitive salary
• Group Insurance benefits
• Company RRSP program

 We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

At Mircom Group of Companies, we take a thoughtful and balanced approach to compensation. Salary ranges reflect the starting point for each role, while final offers are determined through a holistic assessment of the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, potential contributions, internal equity, and prevailing market conditions following the selection process. In addition to competitive pay, Mircom offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes robust benefits coverage and RRSP.

Mircom Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants regardless of cultural background, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, family status, disability or any other grounds as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code.  In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Mircom is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all individuals with disabilities in a respectful and dignified manner. Accommodations will be made available, upon request, to applicants who have specialized needs throughout the recruitment process. 

Disclaimer: Mircom does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Our recruitment supplier arrangements are restricted to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved in advance by Mircom to provide resumes to this posting or web-site will be considered unsolicited