Fire Alarm Estimator

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
5 days ago(3/31/2026 4:51 PM)

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 large‑scale projects exceeding $1 million in contract value.

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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 years’ experience in Fire Protection industry.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ 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 driver’s 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

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