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Remote Construction Estimator (Fire Suppression Systems)

Title: Remote Construction Estimator (Fire Protection Systems)

Location: Remote

Working Hours: Eastern Time Zone (Full-Time)

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial fire protection and fire sprinkler systems.

  • Review plans, specifications, and bid documents.

  • Manage the complete bidding process from opportunity identification through proposal submission.

  • Submit competitive bids to help maintain a consistent project pipeline.

  • Work within the company's established estimating processes and operational workflows.

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate bid submissions.

  • Track multiple bid opportunities while meeting strict deadlines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 5–8+ years of experience estimating fire protection, fire suppression, or fire sprinkler systems.

  • Experience estimating U.S.-based commercial construction projects.

  • Strong understanding of fire protection plans, specifications, and applicable industry standards.

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.

  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Comfortable working during Eastern Time Zone business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following will stand out:

  • Proven history of winning competitive bids—not just producing estimates.

  • Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.

  • Can contribute immediately with minimal training or onboarding.

  • Experience working in a small, fast-paced construction environment.

Non-Negotiables

  • Full-time availability only.

  • Proven estimating experience in fire protection, fire suppression, or fire sprinkler systems.

  • Experience with U.S. construction estimating.

  • Strong English communication skills.

  • Reliable internet connection and remote work setup.

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What this application asks

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Full Name, Email, Resume (Must be formatted in English)

  • Phone/WhatsApp
  • Linkedin Profile URL written answer · optional
  • Where are you located/working from?
  • What is your level of English proficiency? choose one
  • What is your monthly salary expectation in USD? (Full-time)
  • This role will be required to work in the US timezone. Are you amenable to working in the U.S. timezone? yes / no
  • Are you comfortable being an independent contractor?  yes / no · optional
  • How many years of experience do you have estimating fire protection, fire suppression, or fire sprinkler systems? written answer
  • How many years of experience do you have estimating fire protection, fire suppression, or fire sprinkler systems? written answer
  • Have you prepared estimates for U.S.-based commercial fire protection projects? written answer
  • Can you describe the largest fire protection project you've estimated? written answer
  • What types of fire protection systems have you estimated (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, clean agent, etc.)? written answer
  • Have you independently managed the complete bidding process from takeoff to proposal submission? written answer

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