Fire Alarm Estimator - Precise Bids & Site Insight

iLocatum; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Office-based role

Job summary

iLocatum in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced estimator to prepare bid proposals and estimates for fire alarm construction projects. You will read and interpret drawings and specs, attend site walk-throughs, assess conditions, and translate findings into accurate pricing.

Proficiency with Bluebeam, On Screen Takeoff, and Microsoft Office is required, along with strong math and analytical skills. Candidates typically have 1–5 years of estimating or related field experience and a high school

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting fire alarm drawings and construction documents.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On Screen Takeoff, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong math and analytical skills, with the ability to complete quantity surveys and pricing under deadline pressure.
• 1 to 5 years of estimating or related field experience.
• A High School Diploma is required; an Associate's Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bid proposals and estimates across all phases of fire alarm construction projects.
• Attend job site walk-throughs, assess site conditions, and factor those variables into your pricing.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure estimates reflect real-world costs and timelines.
• You will work closely across internal departments and help develop the sales strategies that bring projects to the table.

Skills

Reading fire alarm drawings

Math & analytical skills

Estimating experience

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

On Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Office

Job description

iLocatum in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced estimator to prepare bid proposals and estimates for fire alarm construction projects. You will read and interpret drawings and specs, attend site walk-throughs, assess conditions, and translate findings into accurate pricing.

Proficiency with Bluebeam, On Screen Takeoff, and Microsoft Office is required, along with strong math and analytical skills. Candidates typically have 1–5 years of estimating or related field experience and a high school