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
Salary description
£45000.00 - £65000.00 per year