Lead Fire Detection Systems Designer

SSR Contract & Technical; City Of London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consultancy specializing in fire alarm systems is seeking an experienced design engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of remote working while providing access to an office in Central London. The successful candidate will leverage their technical and estimating expertise to deliver precise designs for large-scale projects across various sectors, including data centers and hospitals. With a focus on compliance with industry regulations and standards, this position promises opportunities for career progression and professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of fire alarm, PA, VA, and emergency communications.
• Experience in delivering designs for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Estimating cost budgets and proposals for fire detection projects.
• Preconstruction design for fire, PA/VA, and EVC systems.

Skills

Fire Alarm Systems Design

Estimating Expertise

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

FIA Certification

Knowledge of BS5839

Knowledge of BS6266

Knowledge of EN54

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM Technologies

Job description

Job Description

This fire alarm design consultancy provides specialist design support for fire detection and alarm systems, voice alarms, and emergency communication systems. They are looking to recruit an experienced fire alarm systems design engineer to join their team. The role offers remote working, with access to an office in Central London when necessary.

The successful applicant will need a blend of technical and estimating expertise in fire alarm systems design, having delivered accurate designs for large-scale fire detection projects within MEP building services, such as data centres, hospitals, and commercial buildings. Key responsibilities include all facets of estimating (cost budgets, proposals, solutions), preconstruction design for fire, PA/VA, EVC (cause and effect matrix, site schematics, BS 5839 certification), and contributing to business strategy development.

Candidates should have in-depth knowledge of fire alarm, PA, VA, emergency communications, and the electrical aspects of suppression systems, including relevant regulations and standards. FIA certification, excellent knowledge of BS5839, BS6266, and EN54, proficiency in AutoCAD, familiarity with Revit and BIM technologies, and ideally an SCSC card for site visits/surveys are required. Attributes such as attention to detail, strong communication skills, and self-motivation are essential.

This exciting opportunity offers a basic salary up to £65,000 plus benefits. For the right candidate, there is potential for progression into more senior roles within the company.