Fire Protection Estimator

Job Title: Estimator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Estimator to develop detailed estimates and takeoffs for commercial and industrial fire protection projects. This role involves reviewing construction drawings and specifications to develop accurate project scope and pricing. Responsibilities

- Perform sprinkler layouts and takeoffs using CAD and/or PDF-based estimating tools.
- Estimate both overhead and underground fire protection systems.
- Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, code requirements, and potential risks during the estimating process.
- Evaluate bid opportunities to determine alignment with company capabilities and resources.
- Proactively follow up on submitted bids and communicate with customers regarding scope, pricing, and project requirements.
- Assist in converting qualified opportunities into awarded work through strong customer communication and follow-up.
- Maintain involvement after award to support design, field, and project teams with scope questions, revisions, and change orders.
- Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of active bids and awarded projects.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, architects, and other project stakeholders.

Essential Skills

- 5+ years of experience estimating fire sprinkler/fire protection projects or closely related construction experience.
- Strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems, construction drawings, and project specifications.
- Experience performing detailed material and labor takeoffs.
- Working knowledge of underground and overhead fire protection systems.
- Proficiency with CAD and/or PDF-based layout and estimating tools.
- Ability to understand building construction and identify potential installation or estimating challenges.
- Strong customer-facing communication and follow-up skills.
- Comfortable discussing scope and pricing with customers and helping move opportunities toward award.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and projects simultaneously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience estimating retrofit and existing-building fire protection projects.
- Fire pump experience.
- Experience with commercial, industrial, warehouse, self-storage, parking structure, or similar projects.
- Post-secondary education, degree in project management.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Brea, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brea,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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