Sales Estimator

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Wixom, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Estimator is responsible for contracting profitable work and building relationships with new accounts. The Sales Estimator must also continue selling to existing accounts within the region of focus that aligns with the role and the company’s goals.

Requirements

• Strong technical understanding of fire alarm systems is required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of estimating and selling fire protection services.
• Experience with public bidding platforms such as Builders Exchange, PlanHub, or similar services.
• Expected to be technically proficient in applicable design standards and codes.
• Proven ability and track record of performing work and meeting deadlines with minimum to no supervision.
• Willingness to develop sales and customer service skills.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software, ServiceTrade experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Drafting knowledge/experience in Bluebeam software preferred.
• NICET II certification, or an equivalent level knowledge and experience, is preferred but not required.
• A State of Michigan FAST license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Understands construction fundamentals while being able to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Perform tasks such as downloading documents, setting up folders, completing Excel and Word documents.
• Works closely with other sales staff to complete estimates efficiently and accurately.
• Data entry for companywide job tracking purposes.
• Responsible for preliminary system layout and design for estimating of projects.
• Communication with AHJ or other governing agencies.
• Responsible for writing and submitting RFIs during the bidding phase of the project.
• Attendance of RFP sales meetings as mandated by manager.
• Responsible for code research related to projects as required.
• Review and monitor online plan room services for future project opportunities.
• Complete and maintain contractor and owner pre-qualification forms as required.
• Manage project portal websites.
• Attend Trade Shows as needed. This requires setting up the booth, breaking the booth down and being available during the Trade Show for questions.
• Meet with clients.
• Occasional to moderate domestic travel as required.
• Establish and maintain a continuing positive relationship with new and existing accounts.
• Identify and analyze customer preferences to properly direct sales efforts.
• Provide regular feedback and reports regarding performance.
• Acts as a company representative with potential customers and clients.
• Performs other duties as 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed