Security Alarm Estimator PASCO

APi Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Automatic Sprinkler Co LLC (PASCO), an APi Group Life Safety USA company, has an opening for a Security/Fire Alarm Estimator responsible for overall cost proposal development for assigned projects under applicable codes.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, preparing detailed estimates, coordinating site visits, and handing off jobs with budgets and schedules of values to accounting, while ensuring accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prepare cost estimates based on plans and specs.
• Experience interpreting building plans and codes for estimation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specs to determine scope of work.
• Prepare complete estimates with costs, permits, and bonds as applicable.
• Conduct site visits and generate reports; participate in design reviews.
• Enter material takeoffs into estimating software and prepare client proposals.
• Coordinate job setup with budgets and schedule of values; ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Cost estimation

Electrical knowledge

Site visits coordination

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Palmetto Automatic Sprinkler Co LLC (PASCO), an APi Group Life Safety USA company,has an opening for a self-motivated individual to join our team as a Security/Fire Alarm Estimator.

PASCO has 50 years of experience in the fire suppression industry. Located in South Carolina, PASCO has expanded its footprint to serve customers throughout the Southeast. We offer a range of services including: fire sprinkler systems, security /intrusion /camera/access systems, fire alarm and detection systems, special hazards systems, voice data systems and fire extinguisher products.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall cost proposal development for assigned projects using customized software. Includes complete proposal/quote/estimate development including general conditions, subcontractor supplier items, mark-up, insurance, taxes and bonds, where applicable.

All functions must be performed accurately and within time constraints, adhering to safety and health rules and regulations, and demonstrating safe and ethical work practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Reviews plans and specifications to determining scope of work.
• Prepare complete and accurate estimates based on customer specifications, product cost, permit fees, AHJ requirements, etc.
• Complete initial system design based on building type and occupancy using all applicable code requirements.
• Coordinates and conducts site visits and generates subsequent site visit reports. Also attends in progress design reviews, pre-construction meetings and in progress site visits as applicable.
• Enter material take offs into custom estimating software.
• Prepare detailed proposals to submit to customers for approval.
• Complete job handoff for obtained jobs and participates in Meeting 1 and 2 as applicable.
• Complete job setup with budget values as well as a schedule of values to submit to accounting.
• Reviews in progress designs generated by team member for accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of product.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidate with have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• 5 years of relevant experience

PASCO is a Drug Free workplace and participates in E-verify.

PASCO is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.