Fire Alarm / Low Voltage Pre-Construction Estimator

Communication Concepts is a Fort Worth-based life safety and emergency communications technology integration firm that services the greater DFW metroplex.

“We are life safety professionals who believe that the meticulous design, installation, and service of every emergency communication, fire alarm, access control, and video surveillance system (including its cabling infrastructure) is essential to the well-being of those we serve.”

We also believe that our primary objective is to provide a great experience for those we serve!

Please visit coconcepts.com to learn more about what we do, who we serve, and what our customers are saying about us.

Job Description

This full-time position within our Sales Team reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Business Development and is located at our Fort Worth headquarters providing preconstruction design and estimation for new construction and renovation projects. Independent judgment and a high “figure-it-out” factor is necessary. This individual must have a strong estimating or project management background with at least a minimum of 5 years of experience designing, installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and/or performing quality assurance inspections for life safety and/or communication systems.

This is a rare opportunity to become part of only a few companies in North Texas that design, install and service the entire Notifier fire alarm portfolio. This includes the Inspire and Onyx Series, Fire Warden, and Bi-directional Amplifiers. Communication Concepts is a 35-year-old Employee-Owned company based in Dallas-Fort Worth and has been awarded the highest partner level in the Notifier Partner Program. As a member of a factory-authorized Platinum Level Notifier team, you will not only have access to Notifier systems but will have the competitive advantage of extending the basic Notifier 3-year warranty to the PLATINUM Notifier 7-year warranty on the Notifier materials used for any fire alarm system. You will use Bluebeam for your takeoffs and have an experienced design team supporting your projects.

Communication Concepts has a history of working with some of the largest school districts in North Texas and partners with some of the most well-known general contractors in the United States. Your projects will include government, healthcare, educational, and more. If you are ready to step up to the next level in your fire alarm industry career and become an owner and not just an employee, please contact us.

Those candidates with expertise and experience in one or more of the following systems are highly encouraged to apply:

Systems of Technical Expertise

• Emergency communication systems
• Fire alarm systems
• Access control systems
• Video surveillance systems
• Intrusion detection systems
• Master clock systems
• Nurse call systems
• Public address systems

Prefer One or More of the Following Certifications or Licenses

• Fire Alarm License (FAL)
• Fire Alarm Planning Superintendent License (APS)
• NICET Certification(s)
• Texas Online Private Security (TOPS) License
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) Certification
• AVIXA CTS, CTS-I, or CTS-D Certification(s)

Applicable Technical Skills

• 5-years’ experience of AutoCAD and Bluebeam Revu (or equivalent) experience
• Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets

Professional Characteristics

• Appreciation for and identification with “It’s all about the Team!”
• A track record of making mature decisions in your professional growth
• Strong organization, communication, time management, and customer service skills
• The ability to independently identify and work through complex issues
• Creative strategic thinking when troubleshooting
• Operate with a “sense of urgency” and determination when meeting deadlines
• Consistent behavioral patterns
• Professional appearance and mannerisms
• Clear and concise written communication skills
• Ability to articulate ideas and information logically
• A propensity to recommend solutions to complex problems
• Maturity when interacting with difficult people and situations without taking matters personally
• The ability to work both independently and with others in a team environment
• Strong planning, initiation, prioritization, and implementation skills
• The ability to calmly handle multiple projects and priorities while also encountering frequent interruptions

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations
• Bonus Incentives
• Paid licensing and Certifications
• Continuing Education Training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Please list all of the applicable licenses and/or certifications you currently have and for how long you have had them.
• Please elaborate on your experience, expertise, and track record of success.
• What previous project was not as successful as it should have been and what part did you play? If you had it to do over again, what would you do differently to ensure its success?

License/Certification:

• Fire Alarm License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Worth, TX 76117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000