Fire Detection Estimating and Design Engineer

Our client, is one of the largest independent fire and security company in the
UK, with many high-profile clients. Established over 25 years and recognised in the Fast
Track 100 as an influential company.
With over 8000 customers nationwide, we pride ourselves on the highest standard of work, in line with our accreditations.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Design/Estimating Engineer to join our busy design and
estimating team at our Head Office in Nottingham.
 
Responsibilities: 
Design responsibility and the production of fire alarm design proposals.
Managing a number of designs / proposals at any one time and prioritizing according to project needs.
Ensuring that all designs & proposals produced are accurately costed and priced to achieve the agreed company margins and any necessary management approvals & sign offs are obtained prior to issue.
Ensuring all quotations are compliant with the relevant standards & regulations currently inforce at the time, CDM, fire alarm British standards etc.
Provide exceptional customer service, managing and maintaining design enquiries, including obtaining and evaluating relevant information, and responding promptly to customer inquiries and concerns.
Provide technical assistance, support and guidance to department team members and communicate and coordinate with internal personnel.
Administration of all current enquiries, including job won handover files and estimating system updating
 
The successful candidate will have:
Experienced fire design engineer (FIA design qualification or similar)
Technical knowledge of different manufacturers fire systems (i.e. Notifier, Gent, Advanced)
Previous experience similar role liaising with end user and contractors
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Hold a clean driving licence
Ability to create and build strong relationships, with a professional approach
 
Benefits:
20 day’s holiday (increasing by 1 year per year of service up to a maximum of 25) plus Bank
Holidays
Pension Scheme
We are offering a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.
All successful applications will be subject to vetting and security clearance.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme