Fire Sprinkler Design Estimator - CAD & Hydraulic Calculations

to Nationwide Sprinklers Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Job summary

Nationwide Sprinklers Ltd is a specialist provider of residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems across the UK. A Junior Estimator/Designer role in the Greater Manchester area involves drafting CAD designs, performing hydraulic calculations and preparing estimates for tenders, while coordinating with engineers and project stakeholders on-site.

You will draft plans, produce material take-offs and assist with tender submissions, ensuring compliance with BS 9251:2021 and related regulations

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software and design tools (AutoCAD or Revit).
• Understanding of hydraulic calculations and fire sprinkler system design principles.
• Knowledge of BS 9251:2021; awareness of BS EN 12845 is advantageous.
• Strong organisation, accuracy and time management.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail with a practical, problem-solving approach.
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Building Services or Fire Safety are advantageous.
• Experience in residential or care sector projects is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to visit sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Produce coordinated CAD drawings and layouts for BS 9251 residential/domestic sprinkler systems.
• Undertake hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing and head selection.
• Prepare estimates, BOQs and pricing schedules from drawings and specifications.
• Review employer’s requirements, fire strategies and building control comments for compliance.
• Liaise with engineers, contractors and suppliers to validate design and cost assumptions.
• Contribute to O&M documentation and as-built records.

Skills

Hydraulic calculations

Clear communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Full UK driving licence

Education

Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Building Services or Fire Safety

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Nationwide Sprinklers Ltd is a specialist provider of residential and domestic fire sprinkler systems across the UK. A Junior Estimator/Designer role in the Greater Manchester area involves drafting CAD designs, performing hydraulic calculations and preparing estimates for tenders, while coordinating with engineers and project stakeholders on-site.

You will draft plans, produce material take-offs and assist with tender submissions, ensuring compliance with BS 9251:2021 and related regulations