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Senior Design Engineer
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Design Estimator (Fire Alarm Systems)
Hybrid (Home, Office & London Site Visits) | £50,000–£55,000 + £475 per month Car Allowance | Start Date: September (or as soon as possible thereafter)
Salary & Benefits
- Basic salary: £50,000–£55,000
- £475 per month car allowance
- Hybrid working
- Opportunity to work on a flagship, multi-year project
- Long-term career progression with future projects already in the pipeline
We are seeking an experienced Design Estimator to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in the delivery of a major, long-term fire alarm project. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the design function on a flagship project with an anticipated lifecycle of approximately three years, before progressing onto future projects within the business.
Working within a collaborative environment, you will lead the design element of the project, coordinating closely with BIM partners, contractors, and on-site teams to ensure successful project delivery from concept through to completion.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design function for a large-scale fire alarm installation project throughout its full lifecycle.
- Produce and coordinate fire alarm system designs in line with project specifications and industry standards.
- Work closely with BIM partners to develop and coordinate 3D models.
- Liaise with main contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure effective design coordination.
- Support project delivery by attending design meetings and resolving technical design queries.
- Utilise AutoCAD (and Bluebeam where applicable) to produce and review drawings and documentation.
- During quieter project phases, provide design and estimating support across the wider department.
- Following completion of the initial project, transition onto future projects within the business.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings both technical expertise and strong coordination skills, with a proven background in construction-based fire alarm projects.
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Essential Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience delivering large-scale fire alarm projects.
- Strong background within the construction industry (applications from Facilities Management backgrounds will not be considered).
- Experience leading or coordinating the design of fire alarm systems.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to manage priorities across a long-term project lifecycle.
Desirable Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Experience using Bluebeam.
- Previous experience working alongside BIM teams and coordinating 3D models.
Working Arrangement
This is a hybrid position, with time split between home working, the office, and project meetings/site visits in London.
Please Note
This is not a fully remote role. Candidates must live within a commutable distance and be able to attend the office and London project locations as required.
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