Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Sales

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Pflugerville, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Sales position will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm installation systems. In addition to cold calling, lead generation, and outside sales. This role involves performing bid layouts, completing material takeoffs, obtaining vendor pricing, and writing quotes. The position also requires generating new business for the fire alarm installation/construction team through outside sales and cold calling. Responsibilities include performing basic calculations, code research, and assisting other estimators. The role requires reading, learning, interpreting, and applying code requirements pertaining to job specifications, and collaborating with sales, operations, and design staff to interpret project specifications. The estimator must produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates/schedules, produce status reports, and act as a key participant in planning meetings. Maintaining accurate entries into operating systems and updating Compass regularly is also required. The position demands modeling the way and acting in accordance with the Company’s Core Values at all times. Other duties as required and or assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in fire alarm sales, design, fire alarm estimating, or installation/project management.
• 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.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High School diploma or GED.
• 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 maintain valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other proprietary systems preferred.
• CFPS certification (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform bid layouts.
• Complete material takeoffs.
• Obtain vendor pricing.
• Write quotes.
• Cold calling.
• Generating new business for the fire alarm installation/construction team.
• Outside sales.
• 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.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED