Estimator Fire & Security

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car/Allowance

Company Pension Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd in Bury, Greater Manchester, is recruiting a Fire & Security Estimator to join the commercial team. You will prepare detailed estimates for a wide range of fire and security projects, working closely with customers, engineers and suppliers to secure new business and maintain strong client relationships.

The role offers a basic salary of £45,000-£55,000 DOE, along with a company car or allowance, a pension scheme and opportunities for professional development as the

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Fire & Security Estimator or similar role.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire and security systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office packages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and quotations for fire and security systems.
• Interpret technical specifications, drawings and tender documents.
• Conduct site surveys when required.
• Price projects including Fire Alarms, CCTV, Intruder alarms, Access control, Emergency lighting.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers for competitive pricing.
• Produce tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Assist with project handover and value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Fire & Security Estimator experience

Interpret drawings and tender docs

Communication and organisation

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fire & Security Estimator

Bury, Greater Manchester

£45,000 - £55,000 DOE + Benefits including Company Car/Allowance

Time Recruitment are proud to be acting as a preferred supplier on behalf of a well-established and growing Fire & Security business based in Bury.

Our client is seeking an experienced Fire & Security Estimator to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with a strong technical understanding of fire and security systems who is looking to join a reputable company with a strong order book and exciting growth plans.

The Role

As a Fire & Security Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive quotations for a wide range of fire and security projects across commercial, industrial, education and public sector environments.

Working closely with customers, engineers, suppliers and the wider sales team, you will play a key role in securing new business opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed estimates and quotations for fire and security systems.
• Interpreting technical specifications, drawings and tender documents.
• Conducting site surveys when required.
• Pricing projects involving:
  • Fire Alarms
  • CCTV Systems
  • Intruder Alarms
  • Access Control Systems
  • Emergency Lighting
• Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Producing tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Working with project and sales teams to ensure smooth project handover.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities to maximise competitiveness and profitability.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Fire & Security Estimator, Security Estimator or Fire Systems Estimator.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire and security systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's On Offer?

• Basic salary of £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Stable and growing business with a strong reputation in the industry.
• Supportive management team and positive working environment.
• Career progression prospects as the business continues to expand.
• Company Car/Allowance

Location

Based in Bury, Greater Manchester, with occasional travel to customer sites as required.