Fire Detection Proposals Engineer
Stourbridge
Competitive DOE
Permanent
Our client is looking for a Fire Alarm Proposals Engineer to take ownership of estimating new fire detection and alarm system installations, as well as system additions and modifications. This role sits within the Fire Detection and Electrical Department and requires working in line with the company's established operating procedures to ensure accurate and successful project proposals.
Key Responsibilities - Fire Detection Proposals Engineer
- Manage enquiries from initial contact through to surveying, estimating, and handing over proposals to the Project Manager and Design Team upon order confirmation.
- Monitor equipment and supplier pricing to keep the department informed and up to date.
- Prepare clear and comprehensive estimate documents and proposal letters.
- Produce accurate cost sheets to support project planning and budgeting.
- Follow up on submitted quotations to track progress and client responses.
- Work closely with project and design team members to ensure a seamless and coordinated project delivery.
- Attend internal and client meetings as required.
- Carry out any other reasonable tasks necessary to support the efficient operation of the department.
- Occasional requirement to work away from home for periods of time
- Occasionally there may be a requirement to travel abroad for meetings
Qualifications & Requirements - Fire Detection Proposals Engineer
- Minimum of 5 years' experience within the commercial and industrial fire detection system industry
- Excellent knowledge of fire detection products and system sales, estimating design, installation and commissioning.
- Excellent knowledge of BS5839: 2025, BS6266:2011, BS7273, BS8519:2020
- Good working knowledge of IEE 18th Edition of the Electrical Installation Regulations
- Good working knowledge of necessary interfaces with mechanical water-based fire protection systems, plant shutdown signals and gas-based fire suppression systems.
- Ability to effectively use IT related software including MS Outlook, MS Office (Word and Excel etc) and MS Project would be an advantage (or alternative planning software).
- Will be required to gain DBS clearance.
- Clean driving licence.
What we can offer - Fire Detection Proposals Engineer
- 25 days holiday plus BH's with the opportunity to buy or sell up to an additional 5 days
- All roles are offered subject to security screening, DBS Enhanced and PNC checks
- Salary Exchange Pension Scheme
- Healthcare Cash Plan- claim back the costs of dentist, opticians, physio, prescriptions and much more
- Life Insurance- 4 times annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme including mental health support, legal, financial advice and access to own Mental Health First Aid team
- Access to 24/7 GP helpline and online GP surgery
- Access to discounts from 1000s of retailers through PERKS such as gym membership discounts, shopping, cinema tickets, and discounts at your favourite restaurants
- Personal accident protection
For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on 01453 829799 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]
Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.
Candidates who are currently Fire Detection Estimation Engineer, Fire Alarm Estimating Engineer, Fire Systems Proposal Specialist, Fire Alarm Design & Estimating Engineer, Fire Protection Estimating Engineer may be suitable for this position
For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk
Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.