Estimator

Pye-Barker, formerly Acadiana Security Plus; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company vehicle (if applicable)

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety in Louisiana is seeking a Sales Estimator to contract profitable work and build new accounts while nurturing existing relationships. The role requires understanding construction documents, data entry, and coordinating with sales staff to produce accurate estimates.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of estimating experience, proficiency with AutoSprink or SprinkCAD is a plus, and strong Microsoft Office skills. Travel to client sites and trade shows may be required.

Qualifications

• 5 years of estimating experience is required.
• Technically proficient in applicable design standards and codes.
• Drafting knowledge/experience with AutoSprink or SprinkCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand construction fundamentals and read construction documents.
• Prepare estimates using Excel and Word; set up folders and data entry.
• Collaborate with sales staff to complete estimates accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain project portals and pre-qualification forms; manage trade show presence.

Skills

Estimating experience

Verbal & written communication

Sales & customer service

Organizational skills

Tools

AutoSprink

SprinkCAD

Microsoft Office

ServiceTrade

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

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.

Essential Duties & 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.

Education/Qualification

• 5 years of estimating experience is required.
• Expected to be technically proficient in applicable design standards and codes.
• Drafting knowledge/experience in AutoSprink or SprinkCAD preferred, but not required.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability and track record of performing work and meeting deadlines with minimum to no supervision.
• Coordinates and works well with others.
• 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.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• This position may encounter light lifting of materials for delivery.
• Onsite demands would require walking and standing for long periods of time, climbing and descending ladders/steps.

Benefits And Perks

• 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

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer