Lead Fire Detection Systems Designer

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fire alarm design consultancy is seeking a skilled engineer to join their remote team. This role involves designing fire detection systems for significant projects in the MEP building services sector, including hospitals and data centers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, with expertise in fire alarm systems and relevant regulations. You will contribute to estimating and preconstruction design, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about safety, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fire Alarm Systems Design

Estimating Expertise

Knowledge of BS5839

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

FIA Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM Technologies

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

This fire alarm design consultancy provides specialist design support for fire detection and alarms, voice alarms, and emergency communication systems. They are looking to recruit an experienced fire alarm systems design engineer to join their team working remotely, with an office in Central London for use 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 the MEP building services sector, 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 will need in-depth knowledge of fire alarm, PA, VA, emergency communications, and the electrical side of suppression systems, including all relevant regulations and standards, FIA certification, and excellent knowledge of BS5839, BS6266, and EN54. Proficiency in AutoCAD, familiarity with Revit and BIM technologies, and ideally a SCSC card for site visits/surveys are required.

Attributes such as attention to detail, strong communication skills, and self-motivation are necessary. This opportunity offers a basic salary up to £65,000 plus benefits, with potential for development into a more senior role within the company.