Fire Suppression Project Engineer

RH Recruiting Limited; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client in the Fire Suppression industry is seeking a Project Engineer in London. This permanent role offers competitive pay and attractive benefits, including a substantial car allowance and bonus. The candidate will handle engineering duties and promote the company's interests while ensuring project continuity and quality service.

Benefits

10% Annual Bonus

Yearly Pay Reviews

Clear Development Path to Project Manager

Holiday Day Purchase

25 days holidays, increasing to 30 with service

Death in Service

Enhanced Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience with the M+E industry.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles.
• Fire Suppression experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design issues, calculations, drawings, and method statements.
• Prepare detailed build budgets with project managers.
• Monitor subcontract labour and manage project execution.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong organisational skills

Education

Electrical Engineer Qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD

Project management software

Job description

Salary/Rate: £40k - 45k per year + Car Allowance + Bonus!

Venatu Recruitment are extremely proud to announce that a very successful, industry leading client of ours are now looking for a Project Engineer to join them as soon as possible! They specialise, and are leading figures, in the Fire Suppression industry which is proudly demonstrated by being the UK's leading Data Centre Fire Suppression provider! They have been at the forefront of the industry and pride themselves on being the best in the business demonstrated by sterling track record and being the industries go-to for Data Centre Fire Suppression! Due to their consistent growth, they're now looking for a Project Engineer with Fire Suppression experience to join them as soon as possible!

This is permanent position paying £40k - £45k + a £6.5k car allowance + a 10% annual bonus!

This is a 37.5 hour per week position with those 7.5 daily hours able be to completed anytime between 8AM - 6PM to allow flexibility around the candidates work life balance!

Job Duties include:

• Assist with all design issues, calculations, drawings, method statements, HSE issues, as-builts and O&M manuals.
• Preparation of detailed build budgets with the project managers prior to the commencement of any work and prior to the procurement of materials, labour, plant and subcontract services.
• Organising and managing the execution of orders received including designs, procurement of materials, labour, plant and subcontract services as required in accordance with predetermined budgets.
• Monitoring of all employed and subcontract labour and supply and fix subcontractors.
• Assistance with payments relative to subcontract labour and preparation of final accounts for subcontract work.
• Liaison with head office regarding the approval and payment of invoices for suppliers and subcontractors. Liaison with our buying department with regard to the procurement of all labour, materials, plant and subcontract services.
• Maintenance of records to prove and control the ongoing cost to complete against budget of contracts under your control.
• Assist with the preparation of applications / invoice requests for contracts under your control.
• Assisting in a sales or estimation capacity when the need arises.
• Overall ensuring the continuity of all project stages through close liaison with sales, design and service departments.
• Generally representing the Company and promoting its best interests. Building relationships with Clients / Professionals and projecting a professional, friendly image at all times. Assessing and monitoring of relationships between subordinates and Clients / Professionals.
• Ensuring the companies reputation as a first class contractor – differentiated through a high quality, experienced approach and professionalism.
• Supporting site management and acting as a team member.

The type of candidate they're looking for:

• Electrical Engineer Qualifications!
• Proven Experience with the M+E industry!
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, CAD, project management software), and problem-solving abilities.
• Fire Suppresion Experince
• Strong organisational skills!

Highly Desirable and Advantageous:

• Relevant project experince or engineering qualifications.
• Knowledge of fire safety systems, building regulations, and industry best practices.

There are many very attractive benefits to accompany this position such as:

• 10% Annual Bonus!
• Yearly Pay Reviews!
• Clear Development Path to Project Manager within 1 - 2 years!
• Holiday Day Purchase!
• 25 days holidays with an extra day every year of service up to 30 days!
• Death in Service!
• Enhanced Pension!

If this role is for you, please apply with your CV ASAP!