Designer & Estimator

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Designer & Estimator to support fire alarm system design, project estimating, technical operations, and customer development. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in commercial fire alarm systems, NICET Level III certification, and experience preparing compliant system designs and accurate project estimates.

Fire Alarm Estimating: Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents. Develop accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates. Prepare detailed project proposals and cost estimates. Fire Alarm System DesignDesign code-compliant fire alarm systems for commercial and institutional projects. Prepare shop drawings, riser diagrams, battery calculations, and voltage-drop calculations. Develop sequences of operation and system design documentation. Coordinate designs with architects, engineers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and project managers. Prepare permit and submittal packages for customers and AHJs.

Technical Support & Field Operations: Provide technical support to installation and service technicians. Lead advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Provide technical training and mentorship to field personnel. Resolve service issues and urgent customer requests.

Sales & Customer Development: Support outside sales, customer development, and account management activities. Build and maintain strong customer relationships. Provide technical guidance during customer discussions and project development. Required

Qualifications: NICET Level III Certification in Fire Alarm Systems. FA-1 Certification. Extensive knowledge of NFPA 72, IBC, IFC, NEC, and applicable local fire alarm codes. Experience designing and programming large commercial fire alarm systems. Knowledge of networked fire alarm systems, smoke control, mass notification, and voice evacuation systems. Ability to prepare compliant fire alarm system designs and submittal packages using Bluebeam. Experience with Fire CAD is a plus. Experience working with AHJs in Western Washington for design approvals and inspections. Outside sales, customer development, or account management experience. Experience estimating fire alarm projects from plans and specifications. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation. Valid driver's license and safe driving record with no major violations.

Ideal Candidate: ProfileThe ideal candidate will be a technically strong fire alarm professional with experience in both system design and project estimating. They should have the ability to independently develop compliant designs, prepare accurate project estimates, support field operations, and build customer relationships. Candidates with NICET Level III certification, FA-1 certification, and extensive experience with large commercial fire alarm systems will be strongly preferred.