Job Description:

Fire Project Manager & Estimator
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Company Vehicle
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Fire Project Manager & Estimator to join a well-established and growing business within the fire and security sector.

This is a key role combining both technical estimating and end-to-end project management, offering excellent variety and responsibility.
 
The Role
You will be responsible for managing fire system projects from initial enquiry through to completion, while also producing accurate and competitive quotations.
 
Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Design

• Prepare detailed quotations, tenders, and specifications
• Interpret client requirements, drawings, and site surveys
• Design and price fire alarm systems (conventional & analogue addressable)
• Estimate additional systems such as:
  • Emergency lighting
  • PA/VA systems
  • Nurse call systems
  • Disabled refuge & alarm systems
• Present proposals to clients where required

Project Management

• Manage fire installation projects from handover to completion
• Schedule works and coordinate installation engineers
• Monitor project progress and ensure delivery aligns with timelines and construction programmes
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage variations, additional works, and project changes
• Ensure correct materials are ordered and delivered

Team & Operational Management

• Oversee installation engineers and support day-to-day requirements
• Approve timesheets and manage holidays/absence
• Provide technical support to engineers and internal teams
• Assist with planning workloads and department priorities

Commercial & Administrative

• Price works orders, call-outs, and variations
• Prepare documentation for invoicing
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally
• Support audits and external inspections

Systems & Software

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Bespoke internal systems (training provided)
• Purchase Order systems and alarm monitoring databases

On-Call / Duty Roster
Participation in an escalation rota for emergency call-outs (as required).
About You

• Proven experience in fire alarm systems (design, estimating, or project management)
• Strong technical knowledge of fire and associated systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Commercial awareness and accurate estimating ability
• Problem-solver with a practical, hands-on approach

Package & Benefits

• £45,000 - £65,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Company vehicle (with fuel/expenses support)
• Company mobile phone and laptop
• Pension scheme (auto enrolment)
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Company credit card for expenses
• PPE and uniform provided

Additional Information

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30
• Security screening required (including DBS and employment checks)
• Equal opportunities employer