Job Openings Estimator

About the job Estimator

Job title: Estimator

Type of employment: Full-time (Remote)

Budget: $10 - $15/hr

Shift Schedule: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST

High-level summary:

We are seeking an experienced Low Voltage / Fire Alarm professional to support estimating, system planning, and project coordination. This role requires strong knowledge of fire alarm code, low-voltage systems, and the ability to collaborate closely with internal teams. Success in this role depends on technical accuracy, code compliance, and effective teamwork.

About the Employer:

A Texas-based fire protection and life safety company specializing in fire alarm systems and low-voltage solutions. The company focuses on code-compliant design, accurate estimating, and reliable service delivery across fire alarm, CCTV, intercom, access control, and security systems.

Company core values:

  • Safety First – Life safety and system reliability are non-negotiable

  • Technical Accuracy – Precise estimating, attention to detail, and strong system knowledge

  • Team Collaboration – Effective coordination across field, office, and sales teams

  • Accountability – Ownership of work quality, timelines, and outcomes

  • Code Compliance – Strict adherence to fire alarm codes, standards, and regulations

Objectives of this role:

  • To produce accurate and timely estimates for fire alarm and low-voltage projects

  • To ensure all estimates comply with Texas fire alarm codes and applicable regulations

  • To support sales and operations teams with reliable administrative and estimating support

  • To proactively communicate needs, clarifications, or missing information required to complete bids

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed estimates for fire alarm and low-voltage projects

  • Perform takeoffs and equipment lists using plans, specifications, and scope documents

  • Apply Texas fire alarm code requirements to system layouts and quantities

  • Estimate and support low-voltage systems including:

    • Fire alarm systems (Siemens and Fire-Lite)

    • CCTV and video surveillance

    • Intercom systems

    • Access control

    • Security and alarm systems

  • Work closely with sales personnel to support bidding and proposal preparation

  • Check equipment pricing, quantities, and system requirements for accuracy

  • Coordinate with internal team members to clarify scope, site conditions, or missing information

  • Use Microsoft 365 tools for documentation, spreadsheets, collaboration, and reporting

  • Maintain organized, accurate estimating files and documentation

  • Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders

Required skills and qualifications:

  • Proven industry experience as a fire alarm or low-voltage estimator

  • Strong working knowledge of Texas fire alarm codes (non-negotiable)

  • Understanding of low-voltage systems including CCTV, intercom, access control, and security

  • Strong digital literacy and proficiency with Microsoft 365

  • Strong English communication skills, written and verbal

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

  • Ability to work independently and proactively ask for information when needed

Preferred skills and qualifications

  • Experience estimating Siemens fire alarm systems

  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

  • Experience supporting sales teams with bids and proposals

Additional information:

  • This is a replacement role

  • Industry experience is required

  • Dual-monitor setup is required to perform the role effectively

  • Success is measured by timely, accurate quotes and proactive communication