# Fire Alarm Estimator at ECC

> United States · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aeccintegrator%3A4476712009 (read 2026-11-11).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [ECC](https://alderhq.app/companies/ecc)
- Location text: Kansas City, MO; Lincoln
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Kansas City, MO; Lincoln")
- Posted: 2026-11-02 (8 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-07 · last verified: 2026-11-10
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 1 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/eccintegrator/jobs/4476712009

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $62k–$83k per year (from the description)
- Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 34976): p25 $55k, median $85k, p75 $140k

## Description (the employer's text)

Job Title: Fire Alarm Estimator

Reports to: Sales Support Manager

Salary Range: $62,400 – $83,200

\*Salary based on experience and qualifications. Higher compensation may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates with extensive fire alarm estimating experience and demonstrated industry expertise.

### Job Overview

Electronic Contracting Company (ECC) is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Fire Alarm Estimator to develop accurate, competitive estimates and proposals for our growing Fire/Life Safety business. This position reviews project drawings, specifications, and customer requirements while working closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and industry partners to ensure solutions are code-compliant, properly scoped, and competitively priced. Candidates with fire alarm estimating, field, design, or project management experience are encouraged to apply.

### Key Responsibilities

- Review architectural, electrical, fire alarm, and life safety drawings, specifications, bid documents, addenda, and other project requirements.
- Develop detailed material, equipment, labor, subcontractor, and other project cost estimates for fire alarm projects.
- Perform accurate device counts and system takeoffs from construction drawings.
- Determine required fire alarm equipment, devices, modules, power supplies, notification appliances, initiating devices, control equipment, and other system components.
- Review specifications for system performance requirements, approved manufacturers, testing requirements, documentation requirements, and other project-specific obligations.
- Evaluate existing systems and determine requirements for additions, upgrades, replacements, and migrations.
- Identify scope gaps, conflicts, exclusions, assumptions, and project risks prior to proposal submission.
- Obtain and evaluate manufacturer, distributor, subcontractor, and specialty vendor pricing.
- Develop labor estimates based on scope, system complexity, installation, programming, testing, commissioning, and closeout requirements.
- Prepare complete scopes of work, inclusions, exclusions, assumptions, and clarifications for customer proposals.
- Review estimates with Sales and appropriate operational leadership prior to final proposal submission.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site surveys, project walkthroughs, and scope-review meetings as required.
- Assist Sales with technical questions and customer discussions during the proposal process.
- Support value-engineering efforts while maintaining code compliance and project requirements.
- Maintain accurate estimating documentation, pricing information, manufacturer information, and historical project data.
- Assist with estimate-to-operations handoff following project award.
- Stay current on fire alarm technologies, manufacturer products, applicable codes, and industry standards.
- Manage multiple estimates and opportunities simultaneously while meeting bid deadlines.
### Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical education in electronics, electrical systems, construction, engineering technology, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in fire alarm systems, fire/life safety, electrical construction, estimating, design, project management, or a related field preferred.
- Working knowledge of commercial fire alarm system components and system operation.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, and fire alarm drawings and specifications.
- Understanding of construction plans, specifications, bid documents, and project scopes.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills with the ability to develop accurate material and labor estimates.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and standard business applications.
- Ability to learn and effectively use ECC estimating, CRM, quoting, and project-management systems.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across departments.

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