Design & Estimation Engineer – Fire Rated Doors & Joinery

The Design & Estimation Engineer Fire Rated Doors & Joinery will be responsible for detailed design technical specification cost estimation and coordination for fire-rated door systems and specialised joinery used across aviation rescue & firefighting (ARFF) projects and related facilities. The role requires strong technical knowledge of fire-rated door standards materials and fabrication methods proficiency in preparing shop drawings and take-offs and the ability to produce accurate commercially sound estimates. The post-holder will work closely with project teams procurement manufacturing and site teams to ensure designs are compliant manufacturable and delivered within budget and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design drawings shop drawings and fabrication details for fire-rated doors frames seals hardware and specialist joinery in accordance with applicable fire standards and project specifications.

• Develop accurate quantity take-offs and cost estimates for materials labour and subcontract works for tendering and project budgeting purposes.

• Review project specifications architectural drawings and site conditions to identify design risks compliance gaps and constructability issues; propose practical solutions.

• Specify appropriate materials fire-rated cores hardware glazing seals and finishes ensuring compliance with fire-performance requirements durability and maintenance considerations.

• Coordinate design inputs with engineering procurement manufacturing and site teams to ensure seamless transition from design to production and installation.

• Produce and maintain bill of materials (BOM) cut lists and manufacturing instructions; ensure accurate data entry into ERP and estimation systems.

• Prepare scope documents take part in tender evaluations clarify technical queries from clients and subcontractors and support commercial negotiations where required.

• Perform technical calculations fire-rating assessments and compliance checks; liaise with third-party testing or certification bodies as needed.

• Maintain design standards templates and drawing libraries; implement lessons learned and continuous improvements to estimation methodologies.

• Provide site support during pre-installation surveys installation and commissioning including