Fire Sprinkler System Estimator/Designer in Boynton Beach,FL,US

Fire Sprinkler System Estimator/Designer Location: Boynton Beach, FL 33426 Job Summary: At our company, we provide industry-leading fire protection services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago and we are acquiring new brands all the time. Our team provides a full spectrum of specialized and certified service professionals to support your company and protect your building with the peace of mind of properly installed and maintained fire and life safety systems. Here at our company and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include: 2 weeks of paid vacation 1 week of paid sick time 10 Company Paid Holidays Other paid time off (jury duty, bereavement) Competitive pay 401k with company match Medical, Dental, and Vision Company-paid Life Insurance Company-paid Short-term Disability Supplemental Long-term Disability and Life Insurance Packages Legal Insurance Pet Insurance Career Advancement Opportunities We 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Take direction and work with sales team on potential bid opportunities. 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. Work with operations team on change order needs and develop estimate for change orders on existing projects Participate in WIP meetings as necessary to understand job cost over and under projections. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or Equivalent A minimum of 3 years' experience laying out or designing fire sprinkler systems Proficient in AutoCAD and HydraCAD or equivalent fire protection design software Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employee and management across departments. Demonstrate integrity and professionalism. Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills. Must prioritize in a fast-paced multi-task environment. Must demonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment. Valid driver's license with good driving record Preferred Qualifications: Experience in estimating and/or field experience is preferred NICET certification in Fire Sprinkler System is preferred More than 3 years' experience laying out or designing fire sprinkler systems Compensation $35 - $40/hour depending on experience