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Estimator (Fire Sprinkler)
Williamsport, MD | Full-Time | Sales/Estimating
About Us
Regional Fire Protection, part of the Guardian Fire Services family, is on a mission to protect lives and property with trusted Fire & Life Safety Solutions. Regional Fire Protection delivers comprehensive fire and life safety solutions to customers throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, offering installation and maintenance services for fire sprinkler systems, alarm systems, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and more.
Are you tired of being unappreciated for the back-breaking work that you do day in and day out? Well look no further. We are a dynamic, family oriented, and rapidly growing company, looking for a reliable and experienced Fire Sprinkler Estimator to join our team within the area! If you are self-motivated, skilled, good soled, work hard, and a team player – you have found your match within our company.
Position Summary:
If you seek to do your job and do it to the best of your ability, take ownership of your responsibilities, make money, and have fun – then I encourage you to continue reading this job posting and see if you meet the qualifications. We spend most of our time at work – so why not immerse yourself within a work environment infused with fun.
Qualifications:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in design or estimating in the fire sprinkler industry
• Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA and ICC Code
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and estimating software
• Ability to create basic sprinkler layouts and perform material take-offs
• 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
• Able to walk construction sites and heavy industrial sites including climbing stairs and ladders
• Desire to learn estimating strategies and techniques and how they would support corporate objectives
Overview:
• The Fire Sprinkler Estimator will prepare proposals and estimates (bids) for fire sprinkler systems
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Estimating and preparing proposals for fire sprinkler systems
• Laying out bids, completing material takeoffs, and obtaining vendor pricing
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations and code research
• Review RFP’s, specifications, basic design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare sprinkler system take-offs
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotes
• Assemble estimating spreadsheets
• Support other department personnel as required
• Estimate small to medium sized projects independently
• Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, architectural, structural & mechanical drawings
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Regional Fire Protection, we believe in investing in our team’s growth and success. This isn’t just a job—it’s a career path in a growing, stable industry. We’re committed to providing:
- Competitive Pay: Compensation tailored to your experience.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Future Savings: A 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Generous Time Off: Paid time off to support work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Training and growth opportunities to help you advance.
We Value All Experiences
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we’re looking for.
We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Regional Fire Protection is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward becoming part of the Regional Fire Protection family.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales and marketing career and contribute to a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!
