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Fire & Security Role: Are you a Fire and Security Design Estimator with strong knowledge of fire detection, security alarm systems, access control, and CCTV products and standards?

Paying up to £55k

What can you expect as an employee:

• To 55k Basic + Benefits package
• 5+ years in design estimation or sales in the fire and security
• Knowledge of fire detection & security systems

The ideal candidate would have:

• Proven experience in estimating and/or system design within the fire and security industry.
• Strong knowledge of fire detection, security alarm systems, access control, and CCTV products and standards.
• Familiarity with relevant UK codes and regulations (e.g., BS 5839, BS 7671, NSI/BAFE standards).
• Strong analytical, numerical, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and schematics.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Design Estimator to join our team in the fire and security sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates and system designs for a wide range of fire alarm, intruder alarm, CCTV, access control, and integrated life safety systems. This role is key in ensuring profitable project delivery through accurate take-offs, system compliance, and well-prepared proposals.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the team and make a difference in the fire and security industry. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

Technical Engineering Manager (Fire & Security / Design)

50,000 - 55,000 + Employee Ownership Scheme + Subsidised Travel + In-House Training + On-Site + Company Car

London

Are you a fire and security design engineer with managerial experience?

Are you looking to join a company who provide the opportunity to work with bespoke products and offer an employee ownership scheme?

This company have a global reach, safeguarding property portfolios worth over 12 Billion. They have been established for over 25 years and are growing rapidly in the security and fire industry, being a trusted partner for dozens of large scale commercial projects. They design their own bespoke security systems and provide a complete consultancy service to all of their clients.

On offer is the chance to become a vital asset to the business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design and conceptualisation of the systems. They will be leading a team of design engineers to meet deadlines and provide the best security solutions for the clients. You will also be conducting inspections on site and regularly consulting with clients.

This role would suit a fire and security design engineer, looking to join a company and manage the design of commercial security systems for high-end projects in London.

The Role:

• Oversee the design and development of fire/security systems for high-end commercial projects in London
• Manage and mentor junior design engineers
• Ensure compliance with British standards and UK safety regulations
• Review and validate designs, drawings, and documentation
• Assist in delivering client training on completed systems
• Conduct inspections on site to assist in the concept design of new systems

The Person:

• Experience in a managing design engineer role in the fire and security industry
• Ability to obtain SC clearance
• Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: London, Fire Safety Systems, Security Systems, Design, Bespoke Products, Manager, Technical Manager, CAD, Engineering, On-Site

Reference Number: BBBH21432

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Technical Engineering Manager (Fire & Security / Design)

50,000 - 55,000 + Employee Ownership Scheme + Subsidised Travel + In-House Training + On-Site + Company Car

London

Are you a fire and security design engineer with managerial experience?

Are you looking to join a company who provide the opportunity to work with bespoke products and offer an employee ownership scheme?

This company have a global reach, safeguarding property portfolios worth over 12 Billion. They have been established for over 25 years and are growing rapidly in the security and fire industry, being a trusted partner for dozens of large scale commercial projects. They design their own bespoke security systems and provide a complete consultancy service to all of their clients.

On offer is the chance to become a vital asset to the business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design and conceptualisation of the systems. They will be leading a team of design engineers to meet deadlines and provide the best security solutions for the clients. You will also be conducting inspections on site and regularly consulting with clients.

This role would suit a fire and security design engineer, looking to join a company and manage the design of commercial security systems for high-end projects in London.

The Role:

• Oversee the design and development of fire/security systems for high-end commercial projects in London
• Manage and mentor junior design engineers
• Ensure compliance with British standards and UK safety regulations
• Review and validate designs, drawings, and documentation
• Assist in delivering client training on completed systems
• Conduct inspections on site to assist in the concept design of new systems

The Person:

• Experience in a managing design engineer role in the fire and security industry
• Ability to obtain SC clearance
• Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Keywords: London, Fire Safety Systems, Security Systems, Design, Bespoke Products, Manager, Technical Manager, CAD, Engineering, On-Site

Reference Number: BBBH21432

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Technical Engineering Manager (Fire & Security / Design)

£50,000 - £55,000 + Employee Ownership Scheme + Subsidised Travel + In-House Training + On-Site + Company Car

London

Are you a fire and security design engineer with managerial experience?

Are you looking to join a company who provide the opportunity to work with bespoke products and offer an employee ownership scheme?

This company have a global
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Technical Engineering Manager (Fire & Security / Design)

£50,000 - £55,000 + Employee Ownership Scheme + Subsidised Travel + In-House Training + On-Site + Company Car

London

Are you a fire and security design engineer with managerial experience?

Are you looking to join a company who provide the opportunity to work with bespoke products and offer an employee ownership scheme?

This company have a global .

We are now hiring for Consultants and Senior Consultants to join our Security Design Engineering team in London. Within our Crisis and Security Consulting practice, our Security Design Engineers design physical protective security measures that enable clients to manage and mitigate threats to people, reputation, and assets. Working within our team, this role is a key contribution to the work we do for our clients. You will lead and manage engagements to a professional standard within our contracted scope and budget, independently and in support of department colleagues, other Senior Consultants, and Associate Directors. You will also support the Directors to develop the service line, create and develop intellectual property, achieve strategic objectives, and train and mentor junior team members. You will assist with the business development activities and the growth strategy for the UK and Europe. You will build new and existing client relationships, supported by your colleagues, management, and the senior leadership team.

Consulting

• Identifying and pursuing business opportunities
• Responding to client requests for proposals (RFPs); determining, scoping, writing, and pricing fee proposals
• Leading, managing, and designing for our engagements, including technical security reviews, audits, design surveys, installation inspections and approvals, working at client sites and in the office
• Designing physical and electronic security systems to an appropriate level, working in conjunction with specialist engineers from other organisations within project design teams
• Producing reports, specifications, and drawings through all RIBA Plan of Work stages
• Owning problems and providing problem solving solutions
• Lead and participate in client and project meetings to add value to client projects and be the client’s trusted advisor
• Ensure that practices, policies, strategy and services represent the client best interest
• Maintaining accurate financial forecasting, project planning, resource planning, and financial reporting
• Maintaining time and expense records to ensure accurate invoicing within each month
• Managing, mentoring, and developing colleagues

Requirements

You will be an experienced physical security design consultant who has thorough experience leading and managing engagements to a professional standard

You will have:

• Membership in a security-related institute
• A security-related qualification
• Thorough knowledge of current national and international standards and installation practices
• Thorough knowledge and experience of designing physical security systems including fencing, gates, walls, doors and facades
• Depth and breadth of understanding and experience in delivering physical and electronic security design consulting across all RIBA Plan of Work stages within multiple sectors within the built environment across the UK and Europe
• Substantial Project Management experience relating to security consulting and installations within the built environment
• Strong interpersonal/relationship building/client management skills
• Proven experience in effectively assisting, reviewing, and providing feedback to team members and improving output
• Experience in building effective and strong client relationships
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Regional experience on-the-ground in Western Europe
• Certified relevant security industry qualifications
• Knowledge of, and experience using design-related software, e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, MS Project and other relevant software experience
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Preferred

• Security or engineering qualifications
• ASIS PSP (or similar security design related qualification)

Benefits

• 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.