Fire Alarm Estimator

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Perform bid layouts.

• Complete material takeoffs.

• Obtain vendor pricing. 

• Write quotes.

• Perform basic calculations and code research and assist other estimators as needed. 

• Read, learn, interpret, and apply code requirements pertaining to job specifications.

• Work with sales, operations, and design staff as needed to interpret project specifications.

• Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates/schedules.

• Produce status reports and act as a key participant in planning meetings.

• Provide timely and accurate entries into operating systems and update Compass regularly.

• Model the way and act in accordance with the Company’s Core Values at all times.

• Perform other duties as required and or assigned.

Education/Qualification:  

• Minimum 2 years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.

• Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA Code.

• Ability to create alarm & suppression layouts and perform material take-offs.

• Strong math skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Self-starter with ability to use independent judgement.

• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to deliver high quality results by deadlines.

• Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• High School diploma or GED.

• Commitment to continuous improvement.

• Great attention to detail.

• Experience working against deadlines and an excellent track record of completing projects on time.

• Proven dedication to safety compliance and safe work practices.

• Ability to travel overnight occasionally. 

• Ability to maintain valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.

• 5+ years of experience estimating or designing industrial fire alarm and suppression applications, or CCTV, access control, intercom, or security systems preferred.

• NICET certifications in Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Suppression Systems or a related fire protection field preferred.

• Experience with low voltage systems (Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, Security)

• Electrical experience preferred.

• Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other propriety systems preferred.

• License for area of expertise preferred.

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit at a desk/computer station and work on a computer for long periods of time.

• Requires manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse.

• Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.

• Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.

• Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs occasionally on job sites.

• Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling required.

• Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary.