Estimator
About The Position
The Alarm & Suppression Estimator estimates and prepares proposals for fire alarm and suppression systems. The role performs bid layouts, material takeoffs, vendor pricing, quote preparation, basic calculations, and code research. It works with sales, operations, and design staff to interpret project specifications and applies relevant code requirements. The Estimator is responsible for producing timely and accurate estimates to meet bid schedules, providing status reports, participating in planning meetings, and maintaining accurate operating-system entries and Compass updates. The role also follows company core values, conduct, confidentiality, and safety policies, and performs other assigned duties. The position requires at least two years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems, familiarity with NFPA Code, the ability to create alarm and suppression layouts and material takeoffs, strong math, communication, organization, and time-management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. A high school diploma or GED is required. The role may require occasional overnight travel, driving to job sites with a valid driver’s license, and working long hours or weekends when necessary. Physical duties include extended desk and computer work, occasional movement around construction sites and ladder climbing, exposure to weather, and occasional use of personal protective equipment. The stated salary range is $80,000–$100,000, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life insurance and short-term disability; a 401(k) with employer match; paid vacation and company holidays; training and career development; a company vehicle when applicable; and immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees.
Requirements
- Minimum two years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.
- Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA Code.
- Ability to create alarm and suppression layouts and perform material takeoffs.
- Strong math skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to use independent judgment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality results by deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience working against deadlines and a strong track record of completing projects on time.
- Proven dedication to safety compliance and safe work practices.
- Ability to travel overnight occasionally.
- Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.
- Ability to sit at a desk or computer station and work on a computer for long periods.
- Manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse.
- Ability to walk and maneuver around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.
- Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, or inclement weather at job sites.
- Ability to wear PPE such as steel-toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs occasionally at job sites.
- Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling is required.
- Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Five or more years of experience estimating or designing industrial fire alarm and suppression applications, or CCTV, access control, intercom, or security systems.
- NICET certifications in Fire Alarm and Special Hazard Suppression Systems or a related fire protection field.
- Experience with low-voltage systems such as fire alarm, access control, CCTV, or security, and alternative suppression systems such as Clean Agent, CO2, or Water Mist.
- Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other proprietary systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or business administration.
- CFPS (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) certification.
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 and schedules.
- Produce status reports and participate 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.
- Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation
- Company holidays
- Training and career development
- Company vehicle, if applicable
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
