Senior Administrator (Small Work Projects )

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

Job summary

A growing security services company in York is seeking a Fire & Security Estimator to design and estimate systems for diverse clients. You will use AutoCAD to create layouts and offer quotations for fire detection and security systems. Both experienced Estimators and those from related backgrounds are welcome. The firm provides full training and development, supporting your career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire and security design/estimating preferred but not essential.
• Junior Estimators or Senior Administrators with transferable skills are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Motivated to learn and progress within a supportive business.

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.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries and product quality.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

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.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries, returns and product quality.
• Respond quickly to supplier, contractor and customer enquiries.
• Support the Senior Estimator and Purchaser in managing supplier relationships.
• Ensure all customer requests and tasks are processed accurately and efficiently.

About You

• Excellent communication, organisation and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of budgetary constraints.
• Experience in fire and security design/estimating preferred but not essential.
• Junior Estimators or Senior Administrators (within construction) with transferable skills are strongly encouraged to apply.
• AutoCAD experience desirable (training available).
• Knowledge of BS 5839 & BS 8629 beneficial but not required initially.
• Motivated to learn, develop and progress within a supportive and growing business.