
Fire & Security Design & Estimator
- Eastleigh, Hampshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design of Security systems (CCTV, Access Control, & Intruder Detection) in accordance relevant British Standards and NSI codes of practice.
- To manage the estimating process involving Extra works, Major Projects and maintenance opportunities and providing proposals for client consideration
- Liaise with commercial/technical/operational department in order to comply with company procedures
- Knowledgeable and control in matters relating to Health & Safety, Environment, Technical and Statutory requirements including CDM regulations and ensure compliance at all times
- Attendance at client & contract meetings as and when required
- Prepare project files to include all LPCB/BRE LPS1014, BAFE SP203-1, and NSI Gold documentation from design certification through to verification • Preparation of a monthly report for your line Manager detailing activities
- Ensure all enquiries and leads resulting from Engineer attendance are logged correctly for management traceability
- Carry out the estimating process for assigned enquiries and leads resulting from Engineer attendance including equipment replacement, repairs, remedial works and extra works.
- Ensure full understanding of Engineer reports, interact with Engineering to avoid any ambiguity and sanities information to ensure accuracy of proposed works.
- Use of EMCOR BMF/PMF Estimating package / system to verify validity of bids.
- Obtain specialist subcontractor costs where required.
- Compile costings and calculate quotations based on individual contractual rates and markups.
- Chase and progress the status of submitted quotations with the client and ensure all tools and databases for measurement are kept up to date.
- Assist in the production of correspondence and documentation.
- Achieve agreed KPIs, benchmarks and targets for performance.
- Interact with client organisations and other EMCOR divisions as required.
- Maintain industry and product knowledge and research innovative solutions to resolve technical issues when required.
- Provide meaningful and accurate reports and proactive data and information.
- Any other duties as directed by the Technical and Compliance Manager.
- Use of EMCOR BMF/PMF Estimating package / system to verify validity of bids
- Good IT Skills to include Microsoft Office suite.
- Methodical and thorough in approach
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
- Experience within the Fire and Security Industry or engineering background within a similar discipline desirable.
- Current FIA qualification in Fire Detection & Alarm Advanced Design
- Security systems Design desired but not essential as training given
- Good numerical ability and able to produce coherent written word specifications
- Good sound knowledge and understanding with commercial and contractual issue
- Estimation and specification creation may expand into other disciplines, including general Electrical and Mechanical extra works for which appropriate training will be given.
- Smart, presentable appearance.
- Personable and approachable.
- A team player with the ability to work from their own initiative.
- Prepared to work additional hours if and when reasonably requested.
- Must be willing to undertake further training.
- Full Driving licence necessary (preferably clean).
- 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
- Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
- Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
- Refer a Friend scheme - worth £500 per referral
- GEMS - Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
- Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
- Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
- Bike To Work Scheme
- Paid volunteering and charity days
- Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
- Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries