Fire and Security Design Lead

FMS Fire and Security Ltd; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or car allowance

Company bonus scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

FMS Fire and Security Ltd in Loanhead is looking for a Design Manager to take overall responsibility for fire and security system designs. This role requires leadership in design functionality and compliance with industry standards while supporting the growth of the design team.

Successful candidates will have extensive experience in designing fire and security systems and will help improve design effectiveness and project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing fire and security systems.
• Good commercial awareness and experience of competitive tenders.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of fire and security systems using CAD.
• Support preparation of design costings and technical submissions.
• Produce detailed component drawings.

Skills

Design fire and security systems

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Tools

2D CAD software

3D CAD software

Job description

FMS Fire and Security provide consultancy, design, tender, installation, commissioning, training, maintenance and service for single, integrated and multi-discipline electronic fire and security systems. These systems incorporate Fire Detection, Fire Extinguishing Systems, Intruder Alarms, Closed Circuit Television, Access Control, Emergency Lighting and Voice Evacuation Systems, as well as Gates, Barriers, Turnstiles, Cabling and Security Lighting.

FMS Fire and Security Ltd are a Quality Assured company certified and audited through UKAS. We hold NSI Gold status for security disciplines and also NSI Gold Fire for the BAFE SP203 scheme.

Role Overview

This is more than a design management role. You will have the opportunity to influence business strategy, develop design standards, mentor and grow the design team, and play a key role in supporting FMS's continued expansion

You will take overall responsibility for the design function, leading fire and security system designs from concept through to completion while ensuring compliance, quality, efficiency and commercial success.

Ensuring that designs and costs are issued promptly and in such a way that project installations go smoothly. You will lead a design team focused on design improvements ensuring compliance with Industry Standards and to support the development of design team.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead the design of both fire and security systems - using both 2D and 3D CAD modelling software
• Support the preparation of design costings, technical submissions and tender documentation.
• Assist relevant project managers where required and other members of the team
• Provide technical knowledge and support.
• Produce detailed component / Cad drawings.
• Review tender packages and ensure compliance with specification and selected material.

Skills and Experience required

• Experience in designing fire and security systems.
• Good commercial awareness and experience of competitive tenders.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer

• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Company bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Supportive, professional and forward-thinking working environment.

If you are looking to join a growing business at an exciting stage in its journey — with real opportunities to develop, progress and grow your career — we would love to hear from you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.