Fire Alarm Estimator - Continental Fire Protection

Description

• Maintain knowledge and have a clear understanding on the application of all local and national codes, specifications, and guidelines set forth by authorities having jurisdiction.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Demonstrate products or services and provide assistance in the best application of products or services.
• Participate in pre-bid, pre-construction, and post project completion meetings.
• Collaborate with the fire protection engineering team to learn and understand their needs and find way to support them and our clients’ needs.
• Participate in project management of jobs.
• Meet productivity and timeline goals for bids produced, be able to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including design, materials, fabrication, equipment, permits, subcontracts, consulting fees, and installation labor.
• Apply knowledge of NFPA & NEC standards to analyze hazards and identify appropriate design approach.
• Travel to Omaha periodically will be required.
• Preliminary layout of fire alarm systems.
• Travel to jobsites periodically will be required and encouraged.
• Develop positive working relationships with our business development staff, general contractors, and architects/engineers.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of project management principles.
• Strong knowledge of local and national fire and building codes & government regulations.
• 1+ years of experience in the fire alarm systems or similar low voltage industry areas.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and computer skills
• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Thorough understanding of general construction methods, practices, and terminology.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Read and comprehend construction plans and specifications.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• NICET certification and/or willing to test for NICET certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment.

Benefits

• Relocation to projects will be optional based on needs of the project and the desire of the employee.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance