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Century Fire Protection

Fire Alarm Designer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$80 - $105/hr

Century Fire Protection Fort Worth - Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Position Type: Full Time Div. 21 ... managers, estimators, engineers, and field teams to produce accurate, code-compliant fire alarm ...

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How much do fire protection estimator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire protection estimator in Texas is $77,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,800.00 and $92,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fire protection estimator?

A Fire Protection Estimator is responsible for evaluating project specifications, blueprints, and requirements to estimate the cost of fire protection systems, such as sprinklers, alarms, and suppression systems. They analyze material costs, labor, and regulatory compliance to create accurate project bids. Estimators collaborate with engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure the proposed systems meet safety standards and budget constraints. Their role is crucial in ensuring that fire protection installations are both cost-effective and code-compliant.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fire protection estimator?

To thrive as a Fire Protection Estimator, you need strong analytical skills, detailed construction knowledge, and experience interpreting blueprints, typically supported by relevant education or industry background. Familiarity with estimation software, AutoCAD, and codes such as NFPA standards, along with NICET certification, are often required. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills help set top candidates apart. These abilities ensure accurate project cost assessments, effective collaboration, and successful project outcomes in fire protection contracting.

What are some typical challenges faced by fire protection estimators in their daily work?

Fire Protection Estimators often face the challenge of accurately interpreting complex construction documents and keeping up with ever-evolving building codes and fire safety standards. Coordinating with multiple project stakeholders—including engineers, architects, contractors, and suppliers—can add additional complexity and require effective communication skills. Balancing strict deadlines with the need for thorough and precise cost analysis is also a common part of the job. Overcoming these challenges requires attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced construction environment.

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Infographic showing various Fire Protection Estimator job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 5% Temporary. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $77,330 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Fire Protection Project Manager and Designer

Western States Fire Protection Company

Schertz, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Western States Fire Protection rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 37 rated health and safety providers

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
  • Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
  • 401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Gym membership reimbursement

Fire Protection Project Manager and Designer
This individual will design, coordinate, and project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.
Job Responsibilities
  • Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's sprinkler system
  • Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
  • Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
  • Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
  • Perform hydraulic calculations
  • Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
  • Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
  • Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers' expectations
  • Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
  • Conduct long range project planning and scheduling
  • Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
  • Directly manage field labor force of assigned project to assure maximum productivity
  • Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project
  • Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project
  • Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
  • Make sure change orders/change estimates are completed in timely manner
  • Prepare and monitor project billings for accuracy and maintenance of a positive cash flow
  • Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
  • Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
  • Forecast future manpower requirements
  • Oversee work of subcontractors
  • Ensure work complies with codes and permits
  • Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests
  • Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
  • Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices

Job Qualifications
  • Construction Management degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
  • NICET certification. Either "In Training", or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified.
  • Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
  • Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
  • Three years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industry
  • Supervisory experience is a plus
  • Three years experience in commercial. industrial, and residential design is preferred
  • Detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
  • Willing to coordinate and work well with others
  • Excellent communication skills-written and verbal
  • Ability to regularly travel overnight, with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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