Fire Suppression Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the Fire Suppression sector is seeking a Project Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance and opportunities for career advancement to Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Engineering qualification and experience in the M+E industry. Responsibilities span across project management, budgeting, and client coordination, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Benefits

£6.5k car allowance

10% annual bonus

Yearly pay reviews

Clear progression to Project Manager within 1-2 years

Holiday purchase scheme

25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Death in Service benefit

Healthcare package

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the M+E industry.
• Previous project experience with strong engineering principles.
• Fire suppression experience and knowledge of safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design issues and budgeting before procurement.
• Monitor labor and manage execution of orders.
• Support project progression and maintain records of costs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Electrical Engineer qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Project management tools

Job description

Venatu Recruitment is proud to present an exciting opportunity with a successful, industry-leading client in the Fire Suppression sector, renowned as the UK's leading Data Centre Fire Suppression provider. They are seeking a Project Engineer with Fire Suppression experience to join their team on a permanent basis.

This position offers a salary of £40k - £45k, a £6.5k car allowance, and a 10% annual bonus. The role involves a 37.5-hour workweek with flexible hours between 8AM and 6PM to support work-life balance.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Assist with design issues, calculations, drawings, method statements, HSE issues, as-builts, and O&M manuals.
• Prepare detailed build budgets in collaboration with project managers before work begins and prior to procurement.
• Organize and manage the execution of orders, including design, procurement, and subcontractor services, within budget.
• Monitor labor, subcontractors, and supply chain activities.
• Assist with payments and final accounts for subcontractors.
• Liaise with head office regarding invoices and payments.
• Coordinate with the buying department on procurement activities.
• Maintain records to track project costs and progress.
• Assist with contract applications and invoicing.
• Support sales and estimation processes when needed.
• Ensure smooth project progression through collaboration with sales, design, and service teams.
• Represent the company professionally, building client relationships and maintaining a positive image.
• Monitor relationships between team members and clients/professionals.
• Uphold the company's reputation for high-quality, professional service.
• Support site management and team collaboration.
• Stay informed about competitor developments.

Candidate Requirements:

• Electrical Engineer qualifications.
• Proven experience in the M+E industry.
• Previous project experience and strong engineering principles knowledge.
• Proficiency with relevant software (AutoCAD, CAD, project management tools).
• Fire suppression experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Desirable: relevant project experience or engineering qualifications, knowledge of fire safety systems, building regulations, and industry best practices, Data Centre experience.

Benefits include:

• £6.5k car allowance
• 10% annual bonus
• Yearly pay reviews
• Clear progression to Project Manager within 1-2 years
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• Death in Service benefit
• Healthcare package
• Enhanced pension scheme

If interested, please apply with your CV ASAP.