Position: Fire Sprinkler Estimator

Location: Carlisle/Mechanicsburg, PA

Duration: Fulltime

Responsibilities

Prepares estimates for Sprinkler systems.

Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements and prepares itemized lists.

Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost-effectiveness.

Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hours and related cost data or effect cost reductions.

Consults with vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.

Organizes and manages a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized.

Provides improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year College or university; or 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and understand specifications and blueprints.

Strong math aptitude and analytical skills.

Strong working knowledge of PC environment and MS Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Must be customer-oriented and motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines.

Preferred:

Sprinkler industry knowledge.

Minimum 3 years experience preparing estimates; preferably Sprinkler systems.

CAD/BIM Experience a plus.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $26.03 - $36.35 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Fire sprinkler Estimating: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mechanicsburg, PA 17050: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person