Fire Solutions Estimator

Convergint Career • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Convergint is hiring a full-time Fire Solutions Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for large-scale RFPs, greenfield projects, and complex scopes, particularly for programmatic customers. The role bridges entry-level estimators and senior design and estimating professionals and requires technical expertise, project ownership, and collaboration.

The estimator leads technical evaluation and estimating for projects involving fire alarm systems, voice evacuation, mass notification, smoke detection, emergency communications, and integrated life safety technologies. The role works with customers, consultants, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), project stakeholders, internal sales teams, manufacturers, distribution partners, and operations teams to develop accurate, code-compliant, competitive solutions aligned with customer needs and project objectives.

Requirements

• NICET Level I certification or higher in Fire Alarm Systems, or 3–5 years of equivalent Fire Alarm Systems experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years in estimating, project management, or system design for physical security projects.
• Fire Alarm System experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, IBC, and local fire/life safety codes.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and sequence-of-operations documents.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with customers, consultants, AHJs, vendors, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools.
• College degree, trade school, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience estimating and designing commercial fire alarm systems.
• Familiarity with fire alarm manufacturers and platforms such as Edwards/EST, Notifier, Siemens, Simplex, Honeywell, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct customer site walks and attend pre-bid meetings with Account Executives and project stakeholders.
• Design and estimate fire alarm and life safety solutions for negotiated and hard-bid opportunities.
• Develop detailed scopes of work, bills of materials, labor estimates, and proposal documentation.
• Review plans, specifications, and RFP documents to identify project requirements, code-compliance needs, and risks.
• Interpret and apply NFPA 72, NEC, IBC, and local fire/life safety code requirements during estimating.
• Work with manufacturers and distribution partners to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend suitable solutions.
• Support value engineering while maintaining system integrity, code compliance, and customer expectations.
• Assist with project handoff and collaborate with operations teams to support successful execution.
• Maintain awareness of fire alarm technologies, industry trends, and life safety best practices.

Benefits

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed