Systems Designer

Marlowe Fire & Security Group have recently been going through an unrivaled period of growth and there are no signs of stopping. Due to the acquisition of a number of large, prestigious contracts recently, our Project Department is expanding in numerous areas which means we are on the lookout for a number of fantastic System Designer Estimators

The purpose of this role will primarily to deliver 1-2-1 design and costing support to system sales teams, and provide technical advice and support to the company as a whole.

This role will be home based but reporting to our office in Risley, Derby.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Provide Design and Costing Support to Project Sales Team, Regional Sales Team & National Accounts Team
Evaluate a number of projects and tenders that our sales team bring in and estimate cost, resource and timeline to completion of each project
Supporting the Sales Teams in guiding and interpreting Customer's requirements to formulate design and specification proposal
Understand what each clients requirements are for each project to provide and accurate and design.
Drafting amending and formalising Marlowe's standard quotations, specifications, and costs in support of the sales teams
Drawing Support - generation of new and amendment of existing to support proposals
Site surveying as required
Reviewing and approve designs, specifications and costings generated by the Sales Team, where required
To provide technical advice and support to the Company and provide Expert Point of Contact for internal and external Customers

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who possesses the following skills and capabilities:

Highly qualified, skilled, and experienced engineering background within the fire and security industry encompassing all levels
Have a full and accurate understanding of the principals behind and practical application of various standards and disciplines in relation to both installation and servicing/ maintenance contracts
Knowledge of Fire detection and related systems: BS 5839 - FIA/ Recognised course on Fire Design Level 1, 2 and 3, Part
Understanding of Intruder and related alarm systems: BS4737 PD6662-DD243 & PD6662:2004 & PD6662:2010-BS8243(EN50131)
Experience with CCTV: NCP104 & ENS0132 also BS8418
Knowledge of Access Control and related door entry systems: NACP109 & EN5013 and Emergency lighting systems
Basic IT Networking topography and basic network design IP Product knowledge, and how to apply within designs
Knowledge of how to integrate the above systems into delivering control room platforms for large sites.
Knowledge and understanding of formal Tender Processes for both end user (Public and Commercial Sector) and M&E and FM industries.

About us

Marlowe Fire & Security Group is the fire life safety and security division of Marlowe Critical Services Together, we are the UK's fastest growing and most innovative consortium of fire life safety and security service providers providing protection to our customers property and people. Consisting of 8 established and complimentary brands: ACL, BBC Fire & Security, FAFS Fire & Security, Hadrian Technology, Island Fire Protection, Marlowe Fire & Security, Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression, Morgan Fire Protection.

What we offer

As part of the Marlowe Fire and Security team you will have access to some great benefits including:

Company Car & Fuel Card or Car Allowance
Company Laptop & Mobile Phone
Excellent Bonus Scheme
Royal London Pension Scheme
Life Assurance - 4x Annual Salary
Paid Refer A Friend Scheme
Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
Employee Recognition Scheme
Birthday Holiday
Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service
Development and progression opportunities

Additional Info

Due to the nature of the Fire & Security industry and specific contracts, if successful, we will need to complete a number of background checks including a credit check, five-year referencing history and DBS check. All offers will be subject to successful completion of these background checks. Your working hours will be Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:30am - 5pm.

Equal Opportunities

At Marlowe Fire & Security Group we strive to create a diverse, inclusive environment to encourage all our employees to be themselves. We celebrate what makes us unique and believe that adopting a culture of inclusion helps us to best serve our customers. We are committed to supporting equal opportunities, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process.

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