Fire Sprinkler Estimator

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Birmingham, AL

7d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Estimator to join our Fire Protection Services Team in Birmingham, AL. This role is crucial for developing reliable cost estimates that support high-quality fire protection system projects. The position involves analyzing, quantifying, and delivering cost solutions for fire protection systems, playing a key role in project success through expertise in takeoffs, pricing analysis, and cost evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent professional experience required
• Minimum 2 years of fire sprinkler cost estimating experience required
• Working knowledge of construction engineering practices, cost drivers, and project delivery methods
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple estimate components with accuracy and limited rework

Nice To Haves

• Quantity Surveying degree preferred
• Participation in a professional cost estimating society/organization preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for fire sprinkler and fire protection system projects, including intermediate-level quantity takeoffs
• Validate pricing, assemble estimate packages, and support the preparation of complete cost deliverables
• Apply estimating and quantification tools (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff) to produce accurate and efficient results
• Identify quantity discrepancies and pricing concerns, providing recommendations to senior staff
• Research regional labor, material pricing, and market trends to strengthen estimate accuracy
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and technical teams to align estimates with project scope and requirements
• Support multiple concurrent fire protection projects, balancing priorities to meet cost, schedule, and quality expectations

Benefits

• Contribute to critical fire protection projects that safeguard people, facilities, and communities
• Join a specialized team delivering innovative fire protection systems across diverse industries
• Grow your technical estimating expertise within a collaborative, high-impact environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level