Network Infrastructure - Design & Estimator

Overview

Technologies, like people, work better when they work together. North offer a unique breadth and depth of expertise across the Internet of Things (IoT), networking and connectivity, and safety and security. Our smart integrated technology solutions transform the way people, organisations and places work. Delivering through five UK regional offices, we provide long term, multi-year partnerships in managed services and support, keeping organisations going in the right direction.

Responsibilities

ROLE SUMMARY:

North are seeking an ambitious and experienced Design Estimator to support Sales and Operations in planning, designing and driving new innovative network cabling infrastructure solutions and services for our Enterprise clients, particularly, within our Data Centre, Fit Out and Enterprise ends user clients.

As technical design authority you will translate client business objectives and requirements into a solution, assessing and quantifying any risk associated with design decisions. You will receive comprehensive support from our senior leadership team and personal development training. You will be working collaboratively alongside North technical and sales colleagues, actively participating in new bid opportunities and developing your role as a ‘technical expert’ to support our key clients and projects. Additionally, you will expected and supported to keep abreast of advances and developments in the physical infrastructure landscape and of related technologies.  

At North, you'll find a dynamic and inclusive team that values collaboration, innovation, and personal development. We offer a competitive compensation package, encompassing base salary, commission structure, and comprehensive benefits. As a vital contributor to our team, you will have the opportunity to influence growth whilst simultaneously enhancing your career, skills and proficiency within a rapidly evolving industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and produce quality design schematics, drawings, specifications, costing models, estimations.
• Act as technical authority on solutions and services working with strategic partners and vendors.
• Provide pre-sales support generating responses and working on major bids.
• Provide technical support and expertise at qualified client meetings with Sales team.
• Technical interface with relevant vendors and partners, maintaining partner certifications and accreditations.
• Propose commercial enhancements to responses and continual improvement of bid submission materials.
• Required to attend and conduct site surveys.
• Assist sales team to close new business opportunities.
• Understand North Enterprise client needs and challenges, tailoring your approach demonstrating how to address their needs and overcome their challenges
• Obtain market intelligence through research and industry contacts staying informed of industry trends, competitive products, and emerging technologies
• Working with the Sales, BDM, Technical and Sector teams to optimise pricing approaches and bid models
• End-to-end Physical designs and researching in to the latest regulations and ensuring all North’s design conform to these regulations.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience in a structured and fibre optic cabling environment with an excellent understanding particularly related to infrastructure solutions planning and design
• Strong work ethic in order to stay on top of a high volume, fast paced, portfolio of demands and responsibilities.
• Creative, innovative, professional, flexible, and approachable with ability to liaise with key stakeholders including clients and industry partners
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Strong communication & problem solving skills
• Ability to work both autonomously and within a team

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A competitive market salary, performance-based commission, and comprehensive benefits package
• Fantastic opportunities for career progression
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge technology and innovative solutions.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values your contributions.
• Professional growth and development through ongoing training and development including sponsor for both continuous learning through vendor partners and personal qualifications (CNIDP)
• Chance to be a part of a forward-thinking company that's shaping the future of Networking.

North is firmly committed to equality, serving as an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture for all employees.