Fire Alarm Estimator: Cost, Bids & Compliance

Century Fire Protection; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a Cost Estimator to support electrical and fire alarm projects in Duluth, GA. You will analyze blueprints and specifications to define scope and prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and overhead for commercial and industrial fire alarm work.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of estimating experience in electrical or low voltage systems, strong math and analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years estimating electrical, fire alarm, or low voltage systems in construction.
• Strong measurement, math, and attention to detail for accurate bids.
• Experience reading blueprints, specs, and NEC/NFPA 72 guidance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, drawings, specs to define scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and overhead.
• Collaborate with sales, clients, PMs to gather information and resolve issues.
• Solicit quotes from suppliers/subcontractors and negotiate pricing.
• Maintain records and prepare bid proposals and client presentations.
• Identify risks and include mitigation strategies in estimates.

Skills

Electrical systems

Fire alarm systems

Low voltage systems

Installation processes

Analytical skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or technical training

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE)

NICET certification in fire alarm systems

Electrical masters license or low voltage license

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Century Fire Protection is seeking a Cost Estimator to support electrical and fire alarm projects in Duluth, GA. You will analyze blueprints and specifications to define scope and prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and overhead for commercial and industrial fire alarm work.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of estimating experience in electrical or low voltage systems, strong math and analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel.