Fire Alarm Estimator

About Us We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects. Job Summary Shambaugh & Son is looking for a Fire Alarm and Special Hazards Estimator. In this role you will be responsible for supporting the estimating and project management of complex fire protection projects, including heavy industrial and commercial applications. This position is responsible for estimating fire alarm systems, gas suppression systems, and specialized special hazards systems on largeu2011scale projects exceeding $1 million in contract value. #shambaugh #LI-TS #LI-onsite Essential Duties & Responsibilities + Develop relationships with both our current and future client base through marketing and other key strategies. + Develop detailed and accurate scope of work and preliminary bid drawings based upon information received from customer. + Perform detailed and informative site surveying of their bid projects with pictures and accurate dimensions. + Develop high-level design calculations of systems estimated. + Project take-offs in estimating program. + Some project management responsibilities. (Track project progress, change order maintenance, etc.). + Review all engineered drawings for accuracy with the project estimate. + Develop detailed scope letters custom to each individual project bid. + Perform contract review and checklist for each project sold. + Continuously find new and creative ways of marketing their key customer base. + Continuously monitor all project job cost repots and make sure they are staying on top of any visible issues. + Follow up communication with customers during the entire duration of each project. + Other duties as assigned. Qualifications + Degree in technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent work experience. Examples include Engineering, Design Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering/Technology, and Construction Management degrees. + Minimum of 5 yearsu2019 experience in Fire Protection industry. + Minimum of 3 yearsu2019 experience in project estimating. + Minimum of NICET level II in Fire Alarm and/or Special Hazards. + Good computer skills (Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word). + High electrical interest. + AutoCad experience preferred. + Ability to multi-task. + Previous Business Development/Customer Relations experience. + Valid driveru2019s license and excellent driving record. + Excellent communicator in both written and verbal form. + Self-motivated individual with great organizational skills. + Candidates should be experienced in estimating networked fire alarm systems with smoke/ fire detectors, manual pull stations, air sampling smoke detections, gas detection and fire system releasing applications. Fire alarm systems will be associated with sprinkler systems, clean agent fire suppression systems, power work, foam sprinkler systems, CO2 fire suppression systems, deluge systems, cold storage pre-action systems, air sampling smoke detection systems, gas detection systems, and other + Only applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be considered. + Candidates must successfully complete employment background + check. + Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy Please review ourAffirmative Action Policy (. Notice to Prospective Employees Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companieslist open positions here (. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCORu2019s normal application process u2013 it is probably fraudulent. Email a Friend Email a Friend Job Locations _US-IN-Fort Wayne_ ID _2026-49041_ Company _Shambaugh & Son, L.P._ Category _Marketing/Sales_ Position Type _Full-Time_ Location Type _Onsite_ Posted Date _6 hours ago_ _(3/31/2026 4:51 PM)_

Created: 2026-04-02