High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Construction Management, Fire Protection, Engineering, or related field preferred.
3+ years of fire sprinkler estimating experience, or 5+ years of combined experience in sprinkler design, installation, project management, and estimating.
NICET Level II or higher certification in Water-Based Systems Layout required.
Full-time availability in-office, Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm.
Willingness to undergo drug screening and background checks post-offer.
Responsibilities
Monitor bid boards and GC invitations to identify suitable opportunities.
Develop layouts and material takeoffs for new construction, remodels, and tenant improvements.
Prepare competitive proposals with detailed scope narratives and submit them on time.
Hand off awarded projects to management with clear scope summaries and customer expectations.
Maintain historical cost data and vendor quotes to improve future bidding accuracy.
Support projects through design and construction phases, including quality control and change order pricing.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Company-paid NICET testing and ongoing training opportunities.
Career advancement potential within a collaborative team environment.
Engage in impactful work that protects lives and property.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:
Bid Review and Qualification: Monitor bid boards and GC invitations; review plans, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to qualify opportunities that fit our scope and capacity.
Layouts and Takeoffs: Develop layouts and material takeoffs for all phases of new construction, remodels, and tenant improvements.
Proposals: Prepare clear, competitive proposals with scope narratives, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications; submit on time and follow up with customers through award.
Project Handoff: Hand awarded work to project management and field leadership with a clear scope summary and customer expectations.
Cost Data and Vendor Pricing: Maintain historical cost data, labor units, and vendor and subcontractor quotes; compare estimated versus actual costs on completed jobs to sharpen future bids.
Project Support: Support projects as needed through design and construction, including plan review, quality control, and change order pricing.
What We're Looking For:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Degree in Construction Management, Fire Protection, Engineering, or related field preferred
Experience: 3+ years of fire sprinkler estimating, or 5+ years of combined sprinkler design, installation, project management, and estimating experience
Certifications: NICET Level II or higher in Water-Based Systems Layout
Availability: Full-time in-office, Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
Compliance: Drug screening and background checks will only be conducted after a conditional job offer is made. We evaluate criminal history based on its relevance to the job duties.
Pay: $80,000 - $140,000 per year including incentive opportunities; pay depends on experience and qualifications
Perks of Joining Our Team:
Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match
Professional Development: Company-paid NICET testing, ongoing training, and career advancement opportunities
Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to excellence
Impactful Work: Win the projects that protect lives and property across our region
If you're ready to put your sprinkler knowledge to work building winning bids, apply now to become our next Fire Sprinkler Estimator!
