Job Description

CCTV, Fire, Access, Intruder

The Thompson Group is involved in the design, installation, commission and maintenance of Security, Life Safety and Communication Systems on a nationwide basis.

The role will involve managing the design and estimation process for the business from both an install and maintenance point of view. This encompasses the effective development, planning, co-ordination, execution and management of the estimation process.

Job Summary:

To effectively manage the completion of tenders and quotations for Security, Life Safety and Communication systems, for both installation and maintenance contracts.

This is a hands-on role requiring not only managerial input but also operational execution depending on workload and resource. This role is integral to both the sales process and also that of project management once a tender or quotation is secured.

Key Performance Indicators

Development of relationships with contractors Achievement of an agreed quote turnaround period To ensure a high degree of accuracy at tender stage Client and contract file maintenance Quote to sales ratio
Responsibilities:

Maintenance and expansion of client relationships Analysis and development of the estimation process and procedures To effectively manage the estimation process from start to finish Effective team delegation To complete quotations in line with customer requirements, including drawings and layouts of required systems. To price quotations in conjunction with the Sales Manager To design cost effective solutions that meet customer expectations Review and evaluation of completed tenders and quotations on behalf of the team Sales team interaction to ensure cost efficiency and sales targets Analysis and monitoring of the above KPI's Interaction with the finance team to ensure accurate project costings Reporting to higher management
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Close liaison with the project management team ensuring effective handovers once projects are secured Minimum of 3 years previous estimator experience in fire and/or security sector Multi experience in applicable systems (Security, Life Safety and Communications) Knowledge of electrical industry Design of systems Working to tight deadlines Risk management
KNOWLEDGE

Tender process Contracting and associated processes Good understanding of BAFE standards BS 5839 and SP 203 Good understanding of NSI security standards BS EN 50132-7: 1996; BS EN 50133-1;1997 PC Drawing skills- Visio/CAD General IT skills
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person