Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Sales

Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Sales page is loaded## Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Salesremote type: In-Personlocations: Pflugerville, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR112960**Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams.** Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.The Fire Alarm Construction Estimator/Sales position will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm installation 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 required.* 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 and suppression applications, or CCTV, access control, intercom, or security systems preferred.* NICET certifications in Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Suppression Systems or a related fire protection field a plus.* Experience with low voltage systems (Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV, Security) and alternative suppression systems (Clean Agent, CO2, Water Mist) preferred.* Electrical experience preferred.* Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other propriety systems preferred.* License for area of expertise 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.**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** *Training and Career Development** *Company vehicle (if job applicable)** *Immediate qualification for the* *for all eligible full-time employees**Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer* #J-18808-Ljbffr