Sprinkler Estimator

Synectics Inc.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay aligned with your经验

Extended health, dental, vision, and生命

Paid vacation and time off

On-site parking

Access to training and skills developm

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Relocation assistance may be available

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in Abbotsford seeks an experienced estimator to own project pricing for small-scale sprinkler installation and renovation work. You will evaluate opportunities, determine materials, labour, and resources, and prepare clear quotations and tender packages.

Ideal candidates have five+ years in estimating or sprinkler fitting, strong knowledge of NFPA standards and building codes, and proficiency with Excel. Relocation assistance may be available; on-site parking provided.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant experience in estimating, sprinkler fitting, mechanical construction, or fire protection.
• Practical knowledge of sprinkler system components, installation methods, NFPA standards, and applicable building codes.
• Confidence interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Assess new project opportunities and determine the materials, labour, and resources required.
• Calculate quantities and develop pricing for sprinkler installations, system modifications, tenant fit-outs, and retrofit work.
• Review architectural and mechanical plans to identify installation requirements and potential challenges.
• Liaise with suppliers and trade partners to secure current pricing and confirm product availability.
• Prepare customer quotations and tender packages that clearly outline project costs and inclusions.
• Work with the operations team to clarify technical details, installation methods, and project requirements.
• Conduct site assessments and attend project discussions when additional information is needed.
• Monitor submitted quotations, respond to pricing inquiries, and update proposals as project details change.
• Track cost information and use previous project data to strengthen future pricing decisions.

Skills

Estimating

Sprinkler fitting

Mechanical construction

Fire protection

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Build Your Next Career Move in Fire Protection

Are you experienced in the fire protection industry and ready to take ownership of project pricing and bid preparation? We are seeking a technically minded professional to help evaluate upcoming projects, develop accurate cost proposals, and support the successful acquisition of small-scale sprinkler installation and renovation work.

This position may appeal to an established estimating professional or a Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter looking to apply their field knowledge in a new career direction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assess new project opportunities and determine the materials, labour, and resources required.
• Calculate quantities and develop pricing for sprinkler installations, system modifications, tenant fit-outs, and retrofit work.
• Review architectural and mechanical plans to identify installation requirements and potential challenges.
• Liaise with suppliers and trade partners to secure current pricing and confirm product availability.
• Prepare customer quotations and tender packages that clearly outline project costs and inclusions.
• Work with the operations team to clarify technical details, installation methods, and project requirements.
• Conduct site assessments and attend project discussions when additional information is needed.
• Monitor submitted quotations, respond to pricing inquiries, and update proposals as project details change.
• Track cost information and use previous project data to strengthen future pricing decisions.

What You'll Bring

• Five or more years of relevant experience in estimating, sprinkler fitting, mechanical construction, or fire protection.
• Practical knowledge of sprinkler system components, installation methods, NFPA standards, and applicable building codes.
• Confidence interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong numerical skills and the ability to prepare accurate cost calculations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and everyday business software.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• A structured approach to managing multiple quotations, changing requirements, and submission deadlines.

Your Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with your experience and technical expertise.
• Extended health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation and time off.
• Convenient on-site parking.
• Access to additional training and skills development.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates.
• A supportive team environment with scope to develop your estimating career.

Take the Next Step

Whether you already work in estimating or have extensive sprinkler installation experience and want to transition into project costing, we welcome your application.