FIRE ALARM CONSTRUCTION SALES at Allied Fire Protection – Austin, Texas

Fire Alarm Construction Sales Job Description

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meet with potential clients on a regular basis both in office and at project walks.
• Exhibit a continued commitment in pursuit of new customers by scheduling sales calls, follow up leads and utilizing outlined market strategies.
• Perform take offs for required fire alarm scope utilizing provided bid software.
• Produce estimates and provide fire alarm construction quotes to multiple clients in an efficient and professional manner.
• Conduct job site surveys to ensure the accuracy of the estimate.
• Review contract scope on projects awarded.
• Work with design and operations team to ensure fire alarm equipment being procured matches what was sold.
• Participate in required bid review meetings based on parameters provided.
• Regularly attend industry functions for the purpose of networking and securing new work.
• Provide follow up on quoted projects and maintain long lasting relationships with clients.
• Complete required job set up functions per company policies and procedures.

Knowledge:

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Construction experience is a plus.
• Fire Alarm industry licensing such as NICET is preferred.
• Administrative experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of current codes as they pertain to fire alarm systems is preferred

Work Experience:

• Construction experience is a plus
• Administrative experience is preferred.
• Fire alarm sales experience is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Detail oriented with excellent organization skills
• Proficient in working with Microsoft Office Products including Word and Excel
• Proficient in PDF creation
• Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record

Physical Requirements

• 75% Office Setting, including sitting, some bending, some lifting, walking and viewing.
• 25% driving