Estimator - Fire Protection

The Estimator is responsible for executing fire protection project estimating activities throughout the procurement phase of a construction project. The Estimator will work with other Hill Fire team members as well as with suppliers, vendors, subcontractors, contractors, consultants and clients. An Estimator will regularly participate in construction work acquisition/procurement and some preconstruction activities. The Estimator is responsible for providing an accurate and timely fire protection estimate and all related support functions through the bidding process. 

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Obtain all project documents including all updates and maintain electronic filing system.


• Attend pre-bid walk thru meetings when necessary.


• Evaluate the project and develop the estimating protocol to ensure proper break-outs, compartmentalization and organization such that an orderly estimating process is established and that data conversion to practical construction cost codes is achievable.


• Develop and submit pre-bid Requests for Information (RFI). Distribute responses to the Hill Fire team.


• Complete system layout and take-offs in accordance with current Hill Fire processes.


• Consider and evaluate potential value engineering options and costs with the Hill Fire team.


• Evaluate and process subcontract, equipment and material quotations to ensure the most competitive, responsible and complete estimate with no scope gaps nor overlaps.


• Prepare and utilize the Hill Fire Estimate program.


• Prepare bid letters, bid forms and other related documentation.


• Participate in bid review and finalization.


• Engage the client, consultant or other AHJ as necessary throughout the bidding process.


• Participate in pre-award sales activities including but not limited to project and scope review sessions, value engineering activities, marketing, etc.


• Participate in post-award project turn over to operations manager, project manager and design team.


• Attend client meetings, networking events, conferences to integrate sales efforts.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Engineering or Building Construction Management preferred or equivalent work experience.


• Minimum of 3 years of related experience; 5 years preferred


• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).


• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Chicago Building Code and International Building Code (IBC) knowledge.

Other Qualifications:

• Must be dependable and self-motivated with excellent time management skills.


• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Has mechanical engineering aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.


• Has the ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and adjust to changing situations, while meeting critical deadlines.


• Has the ability to address and reasonably solve complex technical and/or situational problems.


• Requires great attention to detail, accuracy, an ability to prioritize and multi-task.


• This job position requires extensive teamwork, collaboration, cohesion and timeliness.