Project Engineer

Jobtailor; Chalfont St. Peter; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Security Systems Installation Lead to own projects from mobilisation through commissioning and handover. You will coordinate engineers and subcontractors, interpret designs, and ensure compliance with standards across CCTV, Access Control, and Intruder Alarm systems.

The role requires strong fault-diagnosis skills, effective client liaison, and a proactive approach to site safety and documentation. UK travel is involved.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in installation and commissioning of electronic security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, or Integrated Security)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience coordinating engineers and/or subcontractors on site
• Full UK Driving Licence
• SC Clearance or agreement to be screened to this level
• Knowledge of BS EN standards and NSI/SSAIB Codes of Practice
• Manufacturer accreditations (e.g. Genetec, Lenel, Gallagher, Milestone)
• ECS Card or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of assigned electronic security projects from mobilisation through commissioning, testing, and handover
• Translate designs into deliverable works and coordinate site engineers and subcontractors
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise installation and commissioning activities on site
• Ensure works meet company installation standards, manufacturer requirements, and relevant industry standards
• Commission and configure CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and Integrated Security Systems
• Lead fault diagnosis and resolution
• Support programme, resource, and materials planning to keep projects on time and within budget
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including installation records, test sheets, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals
• Act as technical point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal project teams
• Prepare/review RAMS, enforce site rules, and promote safe working practices
• Carry out quality inspections and snagging before handover
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Security Engineers and Trainee Engineers
• Manage tools, test equipment, and company property
• Travel to customer sites to support delivery and resolve technical issues
• Contribute to improving installation processes and best practice

Skills

Project coordination

Fault diagnosis

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Engineering qualification

Tools

Test equipment

Installation tools

Project management software

Technical documentation software

Job description

• Take technical ownership of assigned electronic security projects from mobilisation through commissioning, testing, and handover
• Translate designs into deliverable works and coordinate site engineers and subcontractors
• Review and interpret project designs, specifications, and scopes of work, resolving technical queries
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise installation and commissioning activities on site
• Ensure works meet company installation standards, manufacturer requirements, and relevant industry standards
• Commission and configure CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and Integrated Security Systems
• Lead fault diagnosis and resolution
• Support programme, resource, and materials planning to keep projects on time and within budget
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including installation records, test sheets, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals
• Act as technical point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal project teams
• Prepare/review RAMS, enforce site rules, and promote safe working practices
• Carry out quality inspections and snagging before handover
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Security Engineers and Trainee Engineers
• Manage tools, test equipment, and company property
• Travel to customer sites to support delivery and resolve technical issues
• Contribute to improving installation processes and best practice

Requirements

• Proven experience in the installation and commissioning of electronic security systems (CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, or Integrated Security)
• Strong working knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and relevant industry standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Experience coordinating engineers and/or subcontractors on site
• Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and commissioning skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to work at customer sites and travel as required
• SC Clearance or agreement to be screened to this level
• Relevant qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Engineering, or Technical Studies (desirable)
• Manufacturer/product accreditations (e.g. Genetec, Lenel, Gallagher, Milestone, or similar) (desirable)
• ECS Card or willingness to obtain one (desirable)
• Experience delivering projects within a regulated or high-security environment (desirable)
• Knowledge of relevant standards and codes of practice (e.g. BS EN, NSI/SSAIB) (desirable)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in the installation and commissioning of electronic security systems, including CCTV, Access Control, and Intruder Alarms, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and effective project management. Capable of providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, while maintaining high-quality documentation and communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Installation And Commissioning Of Electronic Security Systems
• Fault-Finding And Problem-Solving Skills
• Technical Documentation Production
• Project Coordination And Supervision
• SC Clearance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• CCTV Installation
• Access Control Installation
• Intruder Alarm Installation
• Integrated Security Systems
• Electrical And Electronic Principles
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Project Management
• Quality Inspections
• RAMS Preparation
• Fault Diagnosis

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Mentoring
• Team Coordination
• Client Liaison

Certifications & Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence
• ECS Card
• Manufacturer Accreditations (e.g. Genetec, Lenel, Gallagher, Milestone)
• SC Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Electronic Security
• Regulated Environment
• BS EN Standards
• NSI/SSAIB Codes Of Practice
• Installation Standards

Tools & Technologies

• Test Equipment
• Installation Tools
• Project Management Software
• Technical Documentation Software