Consultant, Electronic and Physical Security Design Engineering
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Undertake technical security reviews, audits, design surveys, installation inspections and approvals, and other similar tasks, working at client sites and in the office
- Design of physical and electronic security systems to an appropriate level, working in conjunction with specialist engineers within project design teams
- Act as the lead consultant on assignments, owning problems and providing problem solving at the local level
- Lead and participate in client and project meetings
- Ensure that practices, policies, strategy and services represent the client best interest
- Maintain and develop long-term client relationships; act in conjunction with key account managers
- Maintain time and expense records to ensure accurate invoicing within each month
- Delivery of tasks for clients on time, on budget, to high standards
- Work collaboratively with the entire team and draw on their experiences and opinions
- From time-to-time the role may involve travel to client sites and Control Risks offices within the Middle East, Europe and Africa
- Pro-actively seek opportunities to develop projects and business
- Seek opportunities to be involved in business development, in conjunction with the Associate Director and Director
- Contribute to marketing and profile-raising events
- Participate in client meetings
- Develop long-term client relationships
- Provide expert knowledge of security consulting and other Control Risks service lines
- Proven Experience: A background in security integration, design, consulting, or engineering, with specific experience in designing electronic and physical security systems.
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of CCTV, access control systems, and other security technologies, with the ability to specify, design, and evaluate these systems.
- Client-Focused: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and long-term relationships with clients. You're an excellent communicator, able to explain complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand.
- Professional Qualifications: Certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to design and project management, ensuring high-quality delivery every time.
- Hands on experience of installing and delivering enterprise class electronic security solutions
- Proven ability to manage and deliver technical consulting engagements
- Knowledge of current national and international standards and installation practices
- Project Management experience relating to security consulting and installations within the built environment
- Can use AutoCAD and Bluebeam design software
- Thorough knowledge and experience of designing physical security systems including fencing, gates, walls, doors and facades
- Regional experience throughout the UK and Europe
- Knowledge of, and experience using design-related software, e.g. Revit, SketchUp, MS Project and other relevant software experience
- Security or engineering qualifications
- ASIS PSP (or similar security design related qualification)
- Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
- We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
- Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
- As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.