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

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC in Jackson, TN is seeking a Fire Alarm Estimator to prepare proposals and estimates for fire alarm systems. You will perform bid layouts, material takeoffs, vendor pricing, and quotes while applying NFPA codes and collaborating with sales, operations and design staff.

Requirements include 2+ years in estimating or designing fire alarm systems, strong math, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA Codes and applying code requirements.
• Ability to create alarm and suppression layouts and perform material take-offs.
• Strong mathematical skills and basic calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Self-motivated with independent judgement and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team or independently to meet deadlines.
• Experience with low voltage systems and related electrical work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform bid layouts and material takeoffs.
• Obtain vendor pricing and write quotes.
• Perform basic calculations and code research; assist other estimators as needed.
• Read, interpret, and apply NFPA code requirements for job specs.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and design staff to interpret project specs.
• Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates.
• Produce status reports and participate in planning meetings.
• Enter data into operating systems and update Compass regularly.
• Adhere to company core values in all duties and interactions.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Time management

Teamwork

Independent judgement

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

NICET Certifications (Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Suppression Systems or related)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 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 employeesPye-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.