North West – Fire & Security Designer / Estimator
Location: North West
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + company car + excellent benefits
NPG Fire Safety Ltd is seeking a skilled Fire & Security Designer / Estimator to support our continued growth across the North West and beyond.
Who We Are:
We are an independent fire and security business built on the values of competency, integrity, and value.
We are multi-disciplined, with extensive third-party accreditation across all core services, including:
* BAFE SP205 – Life Safety Fire Risk Assessment
* BAFE SP203-1 – Design, Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance of Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
* BAFE SP203-4 – Design, Installation, Commissioning & Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems
* BAFE SP101 – Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers
* NSI Gold – Fire
* NACOSS Gold – Electronic Security Systems (CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarms)
* NAPIT – Electrical
We are one of only two companies in the UK fire and security sector to hold this level of third-party accreditation across both fire safety consultancy and system delivery. Coupled with our commitment to fair pricing and high standards, this delivers real value — reflected in our 99% client retention rate.
Our culture is people-first. We have high staff retention, driven by a supportive environment, fair workloads, and real opportunities for growth. We offer competitive salaries, ongoing training, new vehicles and equipment, and a focus on balance and development rather than commission-based targets.
What we offer:
* £40,000 – £45,000 salary (flexible for exceptional candidates)
* Company car
* 24 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* 5% company pension
* Supportive team culture and strong company values
Key responsibilities:
* Produce accurate and compliant fire and security system designs and estimates, aligned with relevant British Standards and project requirements
* Prepare clear technical and commercial documentation, including drawings, specifications, and quotations
* Provide technical input and support to engineers to ensure smooth project delivery and consistency with design specifications
* Provide technical support and guidance to engineers throughout project delivery
* Ensure timely delivery of estimates and proposals to support client requirements and deadlines
* Collaborate with engineers, clients, and suppliers to ensure smooth project handover and delivery
* Utilise design and estimating software effectively (Uptick experience preferred)
* Maintain high levels of technical accuracy and commercial awareness across all designs and submissions
What we’re looking for:
* Excellent technical knowledge of relevant British Standards for fire and security systems
* Relevant qualifications (FIA Advanced Designer preferred)
* Proven ability to deliver accurate estimates within agreed timeframes
* Strong communication skills for liaising with clients, engineers, and suppliers
* Proficiency in design and estimating software (Uptick experience desirable)
* Ideally based in Cumbria or Lancashire, though Manchester and further afield may be considered, with a willingness to travel
* Remote working may be considered for the right candidate
* Full UK driving licence and the unrestricted right to work in the UK
If you’re seeking to join a values-led, quality-focused organisation and take on a key technical role in our next phase of growth, we’d welcome your application.
To apply, send your CV and a brief cover note to Niall@NPGFireSafety.co.uk