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Cunningham Security Systems · 3 weeks ago

Commercial Fire Alarm Estimator & Sales Engineer

Falmouth, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$100K/yr - $100K/yr

Cunningham Security is an established company providing customizable security solutions, and they are seeking a Commercial Fire Alarm Estimator & Sales Engineer. This role involves estimating and scoping fire alarm systems, navigating codes and permits, and managing client relationships to drive projects to completion.

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Responsibilities

Perform site walks and plan takeoffs; produce accurate labor-hour estimates, device counts, and materials lists

Draft clear, buildable scopes of work for design-build and plan/spec projects

Prepare professional quotes using company quoting/takeoff tools

Apply NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) and related codes; interpret specifications and submittal requirements

Prepare and submit permitting packages; coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to approval

Support acceptance testing, commissioning, and final certification (e.g., Record of Completion)

Collaborate with GCs and trades, attend precon/PM meetings, and align on schedules, sequencing, and site requirements

Work cross-functionally with technicians, project management, sales, and admin to push projects to successful completion

Identify and obtain change orders, document scope deviations and pricing timely

Meet customers in person, via Zoom, and by phone; deliver consultative presentations and close business

Maintain follow-through from proposal to turnover; ensure a clean handoff and great customer experience

Qualification

Estimating fire alarm systemsNFPA 72 knowledgeClient engagementBlueprint readingPermit coordinationFire alarm certificationsProfessional communicationAttention to detail

Required

High School or Equivalent

Proven experience estimating, designing, and/or installing commercial fire alarm systems

Ability to read blueprints and building plans, quantify materials, and create accurate labor-hour projections

Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and familiarity with local building/fire codes; comfortable navigating municipality-specific

Experience preparing submittals, coordinating permits, and supporting inspections and certification with AHJs

Professional communication skills; confident with clients and effective in contractor and internal team settings

Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and consistent follow-up

Preferred

Prior success selling commercial fire alarm projects

NICET II+ in Fire Alarm Systems, IPSI, or IMSA fire certification

Familiarity with common platforms (e.g., Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, Potter) and battery/voltage drop calcs, addressing, sequences of operation, and as-builts