Surveyor/Estimator

Key Purpose of the Department:

The D&E team play a central role in supporting KST customers who require system designs and estimations primarily for Intruder, CCTV & Access Control.

The design role covers new system installs, upgrades and remedial works in a range of environments from industrial warehouses, large supermarkets and office locations ensuring accuracy on design and costs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Attend site surveys as required to consult on client requirements in order to produce a technical design and estimate
• Prepare and maintain sketches/drawings, maps, reports and legal descriptions of surveys in order to describe, certify and assume liability for work performed
• Where surveys are not necessary produce deskbased estimations based on provided requirements
• Liase with manufacturers to ensure using suitable components to achieve client objectives
• Populate quotations with relevant technical data and pricing
• Produce specifications in line with latest NSI standards and code of practice
• Produce site specific RAMS and any KST documentation required
• Liase with clients as required
• Ensure you work to the processes and regulations used in the business
• Manage workloads in line with internal and external SLA’s
• Attend meetings as required (both internal and customer meetings)
• Maximising business potential
• Maintaining accurate records

Essential requirements for the job:

• Intruder, CCTV and access systems knowledge
• Driving licence
• Be self-motivated, energetic and positive
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• High degree of planning and organisational skills
• Flexible and abatable
• Knowledge of industry standards and codes of practise
• Experience in handling tasks with tight deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationship within the business and clients.
• Demonstration of a high level of competency with regard to analytical thinking and problem solving

Desirable requirements for the job:

• Experience Working from CAD documents
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Minimum of two years’ experience within the Security Systems sector.

Benefits:

• Supportive and Collaborative Environment
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Company Health Care Plan
• Company Pension
• Life Insurance
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Development Opportunities
• Referral Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Employee Benefits Programme including shopping vouchers and discount; up to £1,200 a year on reals savings for everyday needs
• Cycle to Work Scheme
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