Construction Sales/Estimator
About The Position
Overhead Fire Protection, Inc. has provided services within the fire sprinkler and alarm industry throughout Nevada and Northern California since 1979. We are a full-service company that designs, installs, repairs, services and inspects a variety of fire suppression systems. We are dedicated to providing complete customer satisfaction, competitive rates and personal attention to every single client. We are always available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Construction Sales/ Estimator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-10 years of experience in Construction sales and estimating with some expertise in fire sprinkler, or similar industry. A strong background in estimating, prospecting, and closing deals is essential.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in design or estimating in the fire sprinkler industry
- Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA and ICC Code
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and estimating software
- Ability to create basic sprinkler layouts and perform material take-offs
- 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
- Able to walk construction sites and heavy industrial sites including climbing stairs and ladders
- Desire to learn estimating strategies and techniques
Responsibilities
- Estimating and preparing proposals for fire sprinkler systems
- Laying out bids, completing material takeoffs, and obtaining vendor pricing
- Perform basic hydraulic calculations and code research
- Review RFP’s, specifications, basic design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
- Prepare sprinkler system take-offs
- Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotes
- Assemble estimating spreadsheets
- Support other department personnel as required
- Estimate small to medium sized projects independently
- Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, architectural, structural & mechanical drawings
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
