Fire Suppression Estimator

Johnson Controls

Manchester, UKhybrid$200k/yrPosted Aug 4, 2026
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About the role

Job Description

Fire Suppression Estimator

Location: UK Remote / Hybrid

What You Will Do

At Johnson Controls, we help customers protect people, property and critical infrastructure through industry-leading fire suppression solutions. We are seeking an experienced Fire Suppression Estimator to support projects across the UK, ranging from £200k to £30m in value.

Working remotely or in a hybrid capacity, you will collaborate with Sales, Operations and customers to develop compliant, cost-effective fire protection solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile data centre, industrial and commercial projects while supporting business growth and project success.

What We Offer

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 7% matched contributions

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral scheme

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on Johnson Controls products

Product, technical and cross-functional training opportunities

Career development and progression pathways

Flexible and hybrid working options

Supportive, collaborative and safety-driven culture focused on our Zero Harm commitment

How You Will Do It

Work closely with Sales and Operations teams to develop compliant and commercially competitive fire suppression solutions.

Produce outline system designs using AutoCAD.

Complete hydraulic calculations using FireCad (training provided where required).

Prepare detailed tenders, quotations, specifications and cost estimates.

Review customer requirements, drawings and technical documentation.

Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the bid process.

Apply relevant industry standards including LPCB, NFPA, FM and BS EN 12845.

Support the Sales team in securing new business opportunities.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and estimating best practices.

Provide support to the Lead Estimator and act as deputy when required.

What We Are Looking For

Required

Experience within fire sprinkler, fire suppression, design or estimating environments.

Strong AutoCAD knowledge and experience.

Understanding of fire protection industry standards such as LPCB, NFPA, FM and/or BS EN 12845.

Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work independently whilst collaborating effectively within a team.

Beneficial

Experience using FireCad or similar hydraulic calculation software.

Previous experience estimating large-scale data centre, industrial or commercial projects.

Knowledge of fixed fire suppression systems and associated technologies.

Experience supporting projects valued from £200k to £30m.

About Johnson Controls

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered innovative building technologies and solutions that improve energy efficiency, safety and sustainability. We help customers reduce carbon emissions, optimise performance and protect critical environments across industries including data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and higher education. Through advanced technology, lifecycle services and a world-class field organisation, we help create smarter, healthier and more resilient buildings.

Compensation

This Other role pays $200k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United Kingdom.

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