Fire Alarm Proposal Engineer - The Role
As a Fire Alarm Proposals Engineer you will join the Fire Detection and Electrical Department and report to the Department Manager. In this role you will have overall responsibility for the estimation of new fire detection and alarm system installations, additions and modifications across the department, working within the company’s operating procedures and framework.
* Based at the Head Office in Stourbridge
* May be required to attend site surveys and project sites throughout the UK
* Occasional away‑from‑home duties and travel abroad for meetings
Responsibilities
* Manage enquiries from initial stages through surveying, estimating and handing over the proposal to the Project Manager and Design Team once an order is received
* Monitor equipment and supplier costs to keep the department updated
* Prepare estimate and proposal documents/letters and accurate cost sheets
* Follow up of quotations
* Collaborate with project and design teams to ensure a smooth and integrated project process
* Attend internal and client meetings
* Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the department’s efficient operation
Essential Qualifications
* 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
* Proficient with BS 5839: 2025, BS 6266: 2011, BS 7273, BS 8519: 2020
* Good working knowledge of IEE 18th Edition of the Electrical Installation Regulations
* Knowledge of interfaces with mechanical water‑based fire protection systems, plant shutdown signals and gas‑based suppression systems
* Ability to use IT software including MS Outlook, MS Office (Word, Excel) and MS Project (or alternative planning software) is an advantage
* Will be required to obtain DBS clearance
Desirable Qualifications
* Good working knowledge of model forms of end‑user and construction contracts
* Experience with Gas Suppression Systems (Inert and Halocarbon); training can be provided
* Experience of both addressable and conventional systems
* Experience with panel manufacturers such as Advanced, Kentec and Notifier
* Experience with detection manufacturers such as Apollo, Hochiki, Notifier, Xtralis and flame detection
* Awareness of ATEX/hazardous area regulations is an advantage
Skills and Behaviours
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and sub‑contractors
* Plan own and others’ work effectively
* Excellent communication skills
* Work independently and as part of a project team
What We Offer
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life insurance
* Company pension
EEO Statement
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