Commercial Fire Sprinkler Estimator
Job Description
Location(s)
2851 W Kathleen Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85053-4053, United States
About Us
Backed by more than a century of Bosch innovation, Bosch Building Technologies North America is driven by a simple belief: buildings should protect, inspire, and empower the people inside them. We partner with organizations to create smart, connected environments that feel safer, work smarter, and support a more sustainable future. With decades of regional experience and teams rooted in communities across North America, we bring together integrated security, fire detection, building automation, and energy solutions, all delivered by people who genuinely care. Our experts are committed to excellence, guided by digital innovation, and passionate about creating experiences that make every building feel like it's working for you.
In 2026, Robert Bosch unified its global building technology integrator operations under the name of Bosch Building Technologies. As part of this transition, Paladin Technologies and Climatec combined their branch networks, creating a product-agnostic systems integrator focus on delivering flexible, future-ready solutions, offering customers an expanded, cross-domain service portfolio working as one cohesive team to deliver greater value under a stronger Bosch identity.
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Commercial Fire Sprinkler Estimator is responsible for developing accurate estimates and proposals for commercial fire sprinkler and fire suppression systems. This role analyzes plans, specifications, site conditions, and code requirements to determine project scope, equipment needs, and system layouts. Working closely with internal teams, the Estimator serves as a technical resource throughout the sales process, preparing design-build deliverables, technical documentation, and cost-effective solutions that meet customer requirements and industry standards.
Additional Information:
- Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday
- Travel Requirements: To job sites within Arizona
- Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K w/ company match
- Life/AD&D/LTD
- Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Advice on overall project requirements, including plan analysis, code requirements, review of plan specifications, and site visits.
- Prepare project estimates, design proposals, and identify material and equipment needs.
- Travel to job sites for joint sales calls with Sales Executives.
- Coordinate closely with internal resources to review, understand, and implement designed solutions aligned with customers' business and bid requirements.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of plans, functional specifications, and site visits to determine and advise on project requirements.
- Produce system layouts, diagrams, scope of work narratives, and other deliverables as part of the sales process.
- Prepare design-build proposal deliverables, including system architecture diagrams, equipment matrix, bills of materials, and subcontractor RFPs.
- Create detailed technical documentation, including system specifications, project plans, and proposals.
- Provide technical support during the pre-sales phase, addressing client inquiries, conducting product demonstrations, and resolving technical concerns.
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma and/or extensive experience in the Fire Sprinkler industry.
- 2+ years of experience in Commercial Fire Suppression and Fire Sprinkler Systems.
- Experience in configuring Suppression Systems and Sprinkler Systems.
- Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Installation and construction experience with a deep understanding of construction industry methods and costs.
- Ability to travel locally to job sites for joint sales calls with Sales Executives.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in Commercial Sprinklers/Fire Suppression installations.
Knowledge of Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler, and Special Hazard Systems obtained through industry training, certifications, or field experience.
- Extensive experience with Bluebeam.
- Advanced proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Sprinklers/Fire Suppression.
- In-depth knowledge of NFPA 13 industry standards and building codes and best practices for Sprinklers / Fire Suppression.
- Experience using additional software tools related to Sprinklers / Fire Suppression design.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in coordinating cross-functional teams and projects.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain key vendor and supplier relationships.
- Relevant industry certifications such as NICET etc.
- Experience conducting in-depth analysis of plans, functional specifications, and site visits to determine project requirements.
- Experience preparing design-build proposal deliverables and creating detailed technical documentation, including system specifications and project plans.
Physical Demands:
In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment
- Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet)
Working Conditions:
In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
- Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without BBT colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
- Driving to customer sites is required
