Estimator - Fire Sprinkler

Estimator

This position is responsible for building general contractor and owner direct customer relationships and pursuing new project opportunities. We will require this person to spend 8 months at our HQ location (we pay for fully furnished housing).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage customer quote requests and develop relationships
• Determines bidding priorities, understands capture rates and margin opportunities
• Ability to determine the most economical way to provide customer with code compliant and economical service
• Accuracy of estimate:
  • Quoting per project specifications, including: special equipment/material, subcontractor needs and rental pricing
• Accuracy of proposal:
  • Matching bid document requirements, proposal is clear and concise with no grammatical errors or contradictions and complete with all appropriate information
• Prepared and organized for bid reviews with department head
• Completes job award paperwork accurately and timely and is prepared for turnover meeting with operations
• Support operations with pricing or conflict resolution on projects sold
• Clearly define the scope of work, conditions, expectations, opportunities, terms of payment, etc. when turning sold projects over to operations

Important

Skills:

• Direct communicator, with the ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Ability to work with different personalities and communicate effectively with customers and employees
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to work in Windows based programs
• Experience and knowledge in the fire protection industry

Requirements:

• Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. The ability to drive to job sites / work locations may be a requirement of this position. A motor vehicle record (MVR) check will be conducted as part of the hiring process.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.