What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Estimator position at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC?
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The Fire Alarm Estimator will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform bid layouts.
- Complete material takeoffs.
- Obtain vendor pricing.
- Write quotes.
- Perform basic calculations and code research and assist other estimators as needed.
- Read, learn, interpret, and apply code requirements pertaining to job specifications.
- Work with sales, operations, and design staff as needed to interpret project specifications.
- Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates/schedules.
- Produce status reports and act as a key participant in planning meetings.
- Provide timely and accurate entries into operating systems and update Compass regularly.
- Model the way and act in accordance with the Company’s Core Values at all times.
- Perform other duties as required and or assigned.
Education/Qualification:
- Minimum 2 years of experience designing or estimating fire alarm systems.
- Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA Code.
- Ability to create alarm & suppression layouts and perform material take-offs.
- Strong math skills.
- 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.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Commitment to continuous improvement.
- Great attention to detail.
- Experience working against deadlines and an excellent track record of completing projects on time.
- Proven dedication to safety compliance and safe work practices.
- Ability to travel overnight occasionally.
- Ability to maintain valid driver’s license and drive to job sites.
- 5 years of experience estimating or designing industrial fire alarm applications preferred.
- Minimum 2 years experience with low voltage systems (Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, Security)
- Electrical experience preferred.
- Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other propriety systems preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or business administration preferred.
- CFPS certification (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) is a plus
Other Duties:
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit at a desk/computer station and work on a computer for long periods of time.
- Requires manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse.
- Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.
- Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.
- Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs occasionally on job sites.
- Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling required.
- Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary.
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Benefits and Perks:
Excellent pay
Medical, dental, vision
Company paid life insurance
Company paid short term disability
401K with employer match
Paid vacation and company holidays
Company vehicle (if job applicable)
Pye Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer
