Security Designer

Job Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Title:

Security Designer

Location:

Warrington

We work in partnership and collaboration with our customers, to deliver physical and electronic security solutions for projects across the UK. Our specialist design team bring multi-disciplined innovation and technical skill for a wide variety of Critical National Infrastructure Projects.

An opportunity has arisen for a Security Design Engineer in our Warrington office who will be working on projects for our clients.

• Lead site visits with the Head of Design/design team and act as the main contact for sub‑contract designers.
• Develop electronic security scoping and technical specifications following site visits and 3D scans.
• Work closely with sub‑contractor design teams to refine scopes and review their pricing, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Manage Tender Technical Queries (TQs) and maintain the TQ register.
• Support project and tendering teams with technical documentation for bids and orders.
• Ensure security procedures are followed on site and in the office, and assist with accreditation documentation for the GT AI business.
• Gather and interpret client requirements to propose compliant, secure design solutions.
• Collaborate with the Head of Design and delivery teams to ensure designs are value engineered, aligned to specifications, and compliant with legislation.
• Produce design documentation including layouts, specifications, schedules, network architecture, and cable schedules.
• Review and approve design deliverables and contribute to design plans and programmes.
• Identify potential design‑related changes (CEs/EWs) and manage variations through the Change Control Process, ensuring no scope creep.
• Promote innovation and challenge existing approaches to drive cost‑effective design solutions.

• Experience and knowledge of integrated security systems including Access Control, Intruder Alarm, Analogue CCTV, IP CCTV, Audio Challenge, and Intercom systems.
• Experience of system integration into both local and remote ARC (Alarm Receiving Centre) and RVRC (Remote Video Response Centre) central security management systems.
• Water company experience beneficial.
• Experience with AMTECH.
• Sound knowledge of security equipment and devices.
• BIM / PAS 1192.
• Experience of producing URS and FDS documents (where applicable) to client briefs and specifications.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and temporary works requirements.
• Possess an industry applicable ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ equivalent.
• Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft packages (experience with AutoCAD software would be an advantage).

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes.

Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working…