Design & Estimating Manager

Overview:

EDSB Compliance Solutions are national providers of Fire & Security, Electrical, Mechanical and Building Services. From Design and Specification through to Installation and Maintenance, our focus is to deliver compliance, alongside an unbeatable level of service.

We work nationally across the UK and we pride ourselves on being a flexible, client focused organisation responding quickly and efficiently to our clients’ needs. Our aim is to work closely with our valued clients to ensure our service delivery is exceptional at all times.

Role Description:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Design & Estimating Manager to lead our in-house team of Estimators and System Designers within the business. This role combines technical oversight, team leadership and process management to ensure the delivery of high-quality designs, tenders and project support across all stages of the estimating and design lifecycle.

The Design & Estimating Manager will be responsible for day-to-day management, mentoring and developing the team, overseeing ongoing and new design activities and ensuring consistent, compliant and commercially viable solutions are produced. The Design & Estimating Manager will report to the Installation Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management & Leadership

• Lead, manage and develop a team of Estimators and System Designers
• Carry out regular 1:1s, appraisals and performance reviews
• Manage team workload, priorities and capacity planning
• Promote collaboration and a culture of continuous improvement
• Identify training needs and deliver or arrange technical and personal development opportunities

Design Oversight & Technical Support

• Provide guidance and approvals for design and estimation outputs
• Review system designs for compliance with industry standards (e.g. BS5839, BS6266, PD6662, EN54)
• Support the production of compliant, cost-effective and technically sound solutions
• Provide design support throughout the project lifecycle – from pre-sales to commissioning and handover

Estimation & Commercial Awareness

• Ensure all quotations and tenders are reviewed and validated before submission
• Work with the Commercial and Procurement teams to balance competitiveness with profitability
• Support pre-sales and tendering efforts for major or complex projects

Process & Quality Control

• Maintain and improve design standards, templates and documentation
• Ensure adherence to company policies, health & safety regulations and relevant legislation
• Support audits and quality assurance reviews as required

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with clients, consultants and suppliers where needed to support design development or resolve issues
• Liaise with internal departments (sales, projects, commissioning, service) to ensure seamless project handovers and design intent is preserved

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in the Fire and Security industry in a design/technical capacity
• Strong leadership and people management experience
• Proficiency with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, design calculators, MS Office)
• Solid understanding of relevant standards (BS5839, BS EN50131, BS6266, etc.)
• Good commercial and estimation acumen
• Strong communication, time management and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• FIA, Tavcom, or equivalent Fire/Security system training certifications
• Experience with integration platforms (e.g. Lenel, Honeywell, Gallagher, C-Cure, Milestone)
• Knowledge of BIM or digital design workflows

Working hours are 08:30 to 17:00 with a 45 minute lunch break. Salary will be discussed at interview stage.

Please register your interest by sending your CV, a covering letter and details of your current salary to edsbcareers@edsb.co.uk