Senior Administrator (Small Work Projects )

Pertemps Leeds; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Fire & Security Estimator to design and estimate systems for various clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in estimating, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a background in construction or building services. Full training and support will be provided, along with clear progression opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical estimating role from a construction or building services background.
• Familiarity with creating design plans and specifications.
• Ability to manage enquiries professionally and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Produce bespoke quotations and design specifications for fire and security systems.
• Create and update drawings using AutoCAD.
• Request accurate product information and pricing from suppliers.
• Prepare contract documentation for awarded projects.

Skills

Experience in Fire & Security estimating

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Role

We are looking for a Fire & Security Estimator to join our growing team. In this role, you will design and estimate Fire Detection, Intruder Alarm, Access Control, CCTV and Accessible Alarm Systems for a wide variety of clients. You will support both new and contracted customers, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally, accurately and within set timeframes.

You will also use AutoCAD to create and modify layouts, producing design plans, as-fitted drawings and zone plans.

This position is open to experienced Fire & Security Estimators, Junior Estimators, or Senior Administrators from a construction / building services background who are looking to step into a technical estimating role.

Full training, ongoing support and a structured development plan will be provided, with clear opportunities for progression within the business as your skills grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce bespoke quotations and design specifications for fire and security systems.
• Create and update drawings using AutoCAD, including as-fitted drawings and fire zone plans.
• Request accurate product information and pricing from suppliers.
• Update internal systems to ensure accurate quotes and design details.
• Follow up quotations with clients and liaise with Account Managers on queries.
• Prepare contract documentation for awarded projects and input details into company systems.
• Create and maintain Operations & Maintenance Manuals for completed works.