Fire Alarm Estimator

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC is seeking a Fire Alarm Estimator to develop proposals for fire alarm systems. You will perform bid layouts, material takeoffs, vendor pricing, and quotes, while applying NFPA codes to project specs.

Collaboration with sales, operations and design staff ensures accurate, timely estimates. The role requires 2+ years estimating or designing industrial fire alarm/suppression systems, with NICET certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA code reading, interpretation, and application.
• Ability to create alarm and suppression layouts and perform material take-offs.
• Experience with low voltage systems; electrical experience preferred.
• NICET certifications in Fire Alarm & Special Hazard preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bid layouts and complete material takeoffs.
• Obtain vendor pricing and write quotes.
• Perform basic calculations and code research for estimations.
• Read, interpret, and apply project specifications and NFPA requirements.
• Produce timely, accurate estimates per fixed bid dates and schedules.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and design staff as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent judgement

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

NICET certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

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 Fire Alarm Estimator will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm systems.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Perform bid layouts.Complete material takeoffs.Obtain vendor pricing.Write quotes.Perform basic calculations and code research and assist other estimators as needed.Read, learn, interpret, and apply code requirements pertaining to job specifications.Work with sales, operations, and design staff as needed to interpret project specifications.Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates/schedules.Produce status reports and act as a key participant in planning meetings.Provide timely and accurate entries into operating systems and update Compass regularly.Model the way and act in accordance with the Company’s Core Values at all times.Perform other duties as required and or assigned.Education/Qualification:Minimum 2 years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA Code.Ability to create alarm & suppression layouts and perform material take-offs.Strong math skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Self-starter with ability to use independent judgement.Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to deliver high quality results by deadlines.Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently.Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.High School diploma or GED.Commitment to continuous improvement.Great attention to detail.Experience working against deadlines and an excellent track record of completing projects on time.Proven dedication to safety compliance and safe work practices.Ability to travel overnight occasionally.Ability to maintain valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.5+ years of experience estimating or designing industrial fire alarm and suppression applications, or CCTV, access control, intercom, or security systems preferred.NICET certifications in Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Suppression Systems or a related fire protection field preferred.Experience with low voltage systems (Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, Security)Electrical experience preferred.Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other propriety systems preferred.License for area of expertise preferred.Other Duties:Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.Performs other duties as assigned.Physical Requirements:Ability to sit at a desk/computer station and work on a computer for long periods of time.Requires manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse.Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs occasionally on job sites.Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling required.Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary.Benefits and Perks:Excellent payMedical, dental, visionCompany paid life insuranceCompany paid short-term disability401K with employer matchPaid vacation and company holidaysTraining and Career DevelopmentCompany vehicle (if job applicable)Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employeesOur Commitment:Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.Our EEO Statement:Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.