Project Estimator
Design Estimator / Project Estimator – Enterprise Security Systems
Fully Remote | UK-based
Up to £60,000 basic (DOE)
A fast-growing, global enterprise security integrator is looking to appoint a Design Estimator / Project Estimator to support complex, high-security projects across the UK and EMEA.
This role will suit candidates who already have experience designing and estimating large-scale, enterprise security systems, particularly those who have worked with platforms such as Genetec, Lenel, Software House (C•CURE) and enterprise-level VMS and access control systems.
Enterprise Security Focus:
You will be working on major, multi-site security programmes rather than small commercial installs. Typical projects span:
- Airports and transport hubs
- Data centres
- Government estates
- Healthcare campuses
- Corporate headquarters
- Critical national infrastructure
Your focus will be on designing and pricing highly integrated security environments including:
- Large-scale CCTV estates
- Enterprise access control systems
- Server-based system architectures
- Networked VMS and ACS platforms
This is a role for someone who enjoys operating at the top end of the security market.
Your Role:
You will act as a technical authority within the bid team, supporting opportunities involving:
- Genetec Security Center
- Lenel OnGuard
- Software House / C•CURE
- Other enterprise VMS and access control platforms
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing complex CCTV solutions
- Engineering enterprise access control layouts
- Defining server and network infrastructure
- Producing fully costed technical proposals
- Supporting bid strategy on high-value tenders
You won’t just be estimating, you’ll be shaping how systems are designed and delivered.
Design Responsibilities:
Your day-to-day will largely involve:
- Designing Genetec-based systems
- Engineering Lenel access control estates
- Producing layouts for Software House platforms
- Developing enterprise VMS environments
- Planning server rooms and network architecture
- Building in redundancy and resilience
Tools & Technology:
This role has a strong design focus, so you’ll need to be confident using:
- AutoCAD for system layouts and drawings
- Bluebeam for mark-ups, take-offs and collaboration
These tools form part of the daily workflow.
Day-to-Day Activities:
- Designing Genetec CCTV solutions
- Estimating Lenel access control projects
- Costing Software House installations
- Reviewing detailed RFPs and specifications
- Working closely with manufacturers
- Attending bid meetings
- Supporting sales on major tenders
About You:
This role will suit someone who has:
- Experience estimating enterprise security systems
- Hands-on design experience with platforms such as:
- Genetec
- Lenel
- Software House / C•CURE
- Strong technical background in CCTV and access control
- Experience designing server-based and networked systems
- Confidence reading complex drawings
- Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
Why Join:
- Work on high-profile enterprise security projects
- Exposure to critical infrastructure environments
- Fully remote working
- Global project exposure
- Clear long-term career progression
- Continued investment in UK capability
Package:
- Basic salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience)
- Fully remote role
- Opportunity to work on large-scale enterprise systems
- Long-term development and progression
This Role Is Ideal For You If:
- You enjoy working on complex, large-scale security systems
- You have experience with Genetec, Lenel or Software House platforms
- You like being involved in both design and commercial aspects
- You want to work at the top end of the security market