Project Engineer / Manager - Fire & Security
Location: Glasgow, Central Belt & Edinburgh Areas
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 basic + bonuses + company vehicle
Are you an experienced engineer ready to take the next step into management? Or a current team leader looking for a company that truly rewards your technical and leadership skills? Our client, a highly respected and rapidly growing fire and security provider with an outstanding reputation for service excellence across Scotland, is looking for a Project Engineer / Manager to join their expanding team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a company that invests in its people, offering a competitive package, excellent benefits, and a clear career pathway. You'll manage a team of 5 engineers, overseeing a mix of commercial and residential projects while still getting your hands on the tools and leading by example.
The Role:
Manage, mentor, and lead a team of engineers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest standards.
Handle installation, servicing, and maintenance of fire and security systems across commercial and residential sites (focus on commercial).
Conduct site surveys, prepare quotes, and produce drawings for projects.
Participate in a call-out rota (1 in 6) - ensuring support is always available for client sites.
Manage project resources, schedules, and compliance documentation.
Maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact for all projects.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in fire and security systems, including installation, service, and maintenance.
Current experience in a management or senior engineering role
Hands-on approach - comfortable working on the tools when needed and leading by example.
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Confident producing quotes, drawings, and technical documentation.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Central Belt, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
What's On Offer:
Competitive salary: £40,000 - £45,000 basic + bonuses.
Company vehicle and personal mileage allowance.
29 days holiday + 1 for your birthday, plus an extra day per year of service.
40-hour working week with structured overtime and call-out payments.
Long-term, stable role with a market-leading company.
Opportunity to lead a growing team, develop your career, and work on high-profile projects.
This role is perfect for a senior engineer looking to step into management or an existing manager who wants to stay technically engaged while shaping and leading a team. If you're proactive, hands-on, and thrive in a dynamic, client-focused environment, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss.
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