At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to create accurate designs and competitive quotes for fire and security projects.
- Company: Join a leading UK provider of fire and security solutions with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, company vehicle, pension scheme, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a key leadership role while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in fire & security design or estimating, with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Location: Greater Manchester (Office & Site Based)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + Vehicle/Allowance + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full Time
Time Recruitment is working on behalf of a leading UK fire and security solutions provider to recruit an experienced Design & Estimation Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the design and estimating function, overseeing a small team, and delivering accurate, compliant, and commercially competitive quotations and tenders across fire and security projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the design and estimating team.
- Produce and review system designs, quotations, tenders, and cost estimates.
- Interpret specifications, drawings, and client requirements to create compliant solutions.
- Conduct site surveys and client meetings where required.
- Manage supplier and subcontractor pricing enquiries.
- Support sales, operational teams, and senior leadership with technical and commercial expertise.
- Ensure smooth project handovers following contract award.
- Monitor KPIs, tender success rates, and departmental performance.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in fire & security design, estimating, or technical sales.
- Strong knowledge of fire alarms, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, and integrated security systems.
- Good understanding of relevant British Standards and industry regulations.
- Experience preparing detailed tenders and technical proposals.
- Strong leadership, communication, and commercial skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Package
- £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
- Company vehicle or allowance
- Pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career progression within a growing and reputable organisation
Quotes and Estimations Manager employer: Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Join a well-established manufacturer in Blackburn, where you can take pride in producing high-quality medical support products that genuinely improve people's quality of life. Enjoy a stable work schedule from Monday to Friday, a clean and modern working environment, and the opportunity for personal growth within a supportive team culture that values attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Contact Details:
Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
