Fire Sprinkler System Estimator/Designer

Babe's Plumbing is a Great Place to Be Want to be part of something BIG & GROW your career at the same time? Come and join our family.Job SummaryWe are seeking a Fire Sprinkler System Estimator/Designer. This position is responsible for surveying, estimating, and laying out fire sprinkler and water-based fire protection system projects. The position will interface directly with the sales team and operations to successfully estimate projects and design them. The estimator will utilize estimating check lists, obtain current and accurate pricing, craft a bill of materials, and intelligently estimate labor hours tied to a work break down structure of the project inside our estimating system. This position will report directly to the fire sprinkler department manager.Duties include, but are not limited to:Monitor project progress, coordinate resources, and resolve operational challenges to meet project deadlines and budget goals.Establish, build, and maintain strong business relationships with customers, contractors, architects, and designers to secure future business opportunities.Represent the company at industry meetings, customer visits, and networking events, some of which may be outside normal business hours.Collaborate with purchasing and inventory teams to ensure materials are readily available for ongoing projects.Maintain organized project files and manage special projects as needed.Review entire architectural drawings for the project including any provided fire alarm, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, floor plans, reflected ceiling.Identify any specific equipment requirements.Survey field conditions of existing sites prior to or during the estimating process.Layout piping, sprinklers, hangers, and other appurtenances per architectural drawings, applicable NFPA requirements, and site conditions accurately.Perform hydraulic calculations as required to determine system demand and to minimize system components as allowed.Calculate estimated labor needs based upon existing site conditions, scope of work, device requirements, project schedule and accurately attribute them to a work breakdown structure in our estimating software.Identify and establish estimate inclusions and exclusions.Responsible for preparing estimates for all new construction fire sprinkler projects, including reviewing blueprints, performing take-offs, identifying necessary materials and equipment, assessing hazard classifications, and submitting competitive bids and proposalsQualifications and Education Requirements·· Minimum of 3 years of experience in fire sprinkler system design, installation, and service.· Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler materials, fixtures, and components.· Extensive experience in estimating fire sprinkler projects.· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred).· NICET certification (preferred).· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.· Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.· Strong telephone customer service and communication skills.· Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.· Highly motivated, proactive, and detail oriented.· Self-starter who takes initiative and anticipates needs.· Strong leadership and team coordination skills.· Valid Florida Driver’s License with a clean DMV record.Physical Demands/ Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Office and manufacturing floor environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing.Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing.Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.Frequent use of hand-eye coordination for operating office equipment.Oral and auditory capacity for interpersonal communication and telephone use.Benefits:Babe's pays 100% of the employee's health insurance premiumsCompany matched 401KGenerous Paid Time OffAbout the company:Babe's Plumbing, Inc. was established in 1957 and is a family owned and operated business. Babe's Plumbing is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceCompensation Package:Bonus opportunitiesSchedule:Monday to FridayWeekends as neededWork Location: In person