Fire Alarm Sales Estimator

Regional Fire Protection • Williamsport, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Regional Fire Protection, part of the Guardian Fire Services family, provides fire and life safety solutions across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, including installation and maintenance of fire sprinkler and alarm systems, extinguishers, and emergency lighting. The company is seeking a reliable and experienced Fire Alarm Sales Estimator to grow its customer base and prepare estimates and bids for fire alarm work. The role involves collaborating with managers, coordinators, vendors, design staff, and field supervisors to develop pricing, prepare contracts, and coordinate awarded work. The company describes itself as family-oriented, collaborative, and growing, and emphasizes career development in a stable industry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 2 years of experience as a technician, salesperson, or estimator in the fire alarm industry.
• Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA and NEC codes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and estimating software.
• Ability to create basic fire alarm layouts and perform material take-offs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to deliver high-quality results by deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to walk construction and heavy industrial sites, including climbing stairs and ladders.
• Desire to learn estimating strategies and techniques and how they support corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Manager and Coordinator to follow up on leads, grow the customer base, and strengthen relationships with current customers.
• Work with the Coordinator to identify discrepancy work from inspection reports and provide quotes to customers.
• Develop contract costs after first-pass design, including material lists, fees, and risk assessments.
• Work with vendors to secure favorable pricing.
• Work with the Manager to establish selling prices.
• Submit completed quotes or bids to the Manager for approval.
• Consult with the Coordinator and Manager to establish timelines for complex contracts based on customer requirements.
• Provide required documentation to the assigned Field Supervisor after receiving a signed contract.
• Send awarded contracts to Design and modify the material list before providing it to the Coordinator.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation tailored to experience, with a base-plus-commission structure.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Training and growth opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

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