Fire Alarm Estimation & Design Specialist

FINITETEK INC; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

FINITETEK INC is seeking a capable Fire Alarm Estimating and Design professional in Washington to develop precise material takeoffs, estimates, and detailed proposals for commercial and institutional projects.

You will design code-compliant fire alarm systems, prepare shop drawings, and coordinate with architects, AHJs, and project managers while developing permit packages. You’ll mentor field staff and provide technical guidance on complex systems.

Qualifications

• NICET Level III certification in fire alarm systems is required.
• FA-1 certification required or equivalent.
• Extensive NFPA 72/IBC/IFC/NEC knowledge and local codes.
• Experience designing and programming large commercial fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and bid docs to develop accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates.
• Design code-compliant fire alarm systems, prepare shop drawings and calculations.
• Coordinate with architects, AHJs, and project managers; develop permit/submittal packages.
• Lead technical training and field troubleshooting; mentor technicians on installations.

Skills

Estimating

Fire alarm design

Technical leadership

Education

NICET Level III Certification in Fire Alarm Systems

FA-1 Certification

Tools

Bluebeam

Fire CAD

Job description

FINITETEK INC is seeking a capable Fire Alarm Estimating and Design professional in Washington to develop precise material takeoffs, estimates, and detailed proposals for commercial and institutional projects.

You will design code-compliant fire alarm systems, prepare shop drawings, and coordinate with architects, AHJs, and project managers while developing permit packages. You’ll mentor field staff and provide technical guidance on complex systems.