Fire Alarm Installation Estimator
Keystone Fire and Security
- Berks County, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Create detailed take offs from plans and drawings including but not limited to Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Kitchen, Fire Protection, and Fire Alarms drawings.
- Submit and track bids. Remain the estimating point of contact with the customer throughout the life cycle of the project including any change orders.
- Provide technical and quote preparation assistance to sales manager and field sales representatives.
- Conduct site surveys and pre-bid walk through as needed to determine scope of job, to include time, materials and labor.
- Coordinate resources and prepare proposals complete with bill of materials, labor, subcontract, travel and any other charges as needed.
- Create detailed project descriptions, scope of work, as well as information needed for an accurate and detailed job file.
- Secure drawings for pre and/or post sales projects in coordination with engineering.
- Complete estimates and reports in a timely fashion. Paperwork must be legible to customer and office personnel.
- Generate new business through supporting the Sales Force and Customer Retention Team, and Existing Customer Base.
- Log all work in appropriate KFS Tracking systems (quote logs, Estimating Log etc)
- Create and maintain relationships with select General and Electrical Contractors.
- Keep informed of new products and developments. Attend in-house training sessions and manufacturers' training as assigned and/or required.
- Accurately complete and return all field paperwork on time, including calling in times worked daily.
- Report all accidents, mishaps and/or customer complaints immediately.
- Work cooperatively with other departments within the company and with fellow coworkers.
- Interface with customers to explain work to be performed, answer their questions and address their concerns in a knowledgeable and respectful manner.
- Manage time including time on the job as well as time on road to job sites.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Engineered Drawings Design review of MEP & Architectural sets. .
- Circuit theory (Ohm's Law, Voltage Drop Calculations, etc.)
- Computer proficiency (MS Office). Excellent data entry skills required. Ability to successfully utilize a telephone, personal computer including word processing software, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, etc.
- Adobe Acrobatâ„¢ use
- Demonstrates integrity, honesty.
- Positive attitude and strong people skills.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Strong organizational ability and time management skills.
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal). Able to interact with all levels being served. Represent the company in a professional, credible manner in speech, written communications and appearance.
- Able to adapt behavior to different people and situations. Be flexible by adjusting interpersonal approaches appropriate to the manager/employee.
- Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred: Pertinent experience in the industry
- Preferred Certification: NICET
- Required: Familiarity with Building Codes and Fire Alarm standards
- Preferred: 5+ years related experience, CAD drawing experience
- Electrical estimating, Clean Agent Suppression ,and BDA estimating a plus
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts and be able to apply those concepts.
- Position requires bending, twisting, stooping, climbing and lifting of 10-20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- May be exposed to temperature changes, small spaces and confined spaces.
- Ability to distinguish colors and use hands for repetitive fine manipulation frequently.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
- Must pass initial and random substance abuse tests.