Estimator

About Wall Steel

Founded in 1986, Wall Steel is a well-established family-owned company specializing in structural steel manufacturing. It stands among the largest suppliers across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, operating a modern 170,000 sq ft automated fabrication plant in New Ross along with offices in the UK, Germany, Austria, Sweden, and the Netherlands. The business handles projects throughout Ireland, the UK, Mainland Europe, and the Nordic countries, producing roughly 500 tonnes of structural steel each week. Wall Steel provides comprehensive steelwork and engineering solutions customized to client needs, emphasizing meeting deadlines, budget adherence, quality standards, health and safety, and environmental responsibility.

Role Overview

This full-time, on-site Estimator role based in Wexford entails examining drawings, specifications, and project documents to generate precise cost evaluations for structural steel initiatives. Responsibilities include managing bids and proposals, completing pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), and promoting the company’s services.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure quantities of materials and labor required for projects.
• Solicit and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Develop thorough tender submissions.
• Collaborate with design, production, and project management teams to align estimates with current processes and client specifications.
• Support ongoing cost monitoring, value engineering, and budget revisions throughout projects.
• Contribute to competitive pricing strategies and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficient in cost estimation, quantity take-offs, and budgeting specifically for structural steel or related construction projects.
• Capability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documents concerning structural steel, intumescent coatings, metal decking, and metalworks including grating.
• Experience using estimation software is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Comfortable with Excel and other digital tools for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communicator and team player capable of collaborating across multiple departments.
• Relevant educational background in engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Familiarity with structural steel fabrication processes and industry standards is beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in Wexford, juggle multiple tenders, and operate efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Highly self-reliant, confident, and capable of making decisive decisions that influence business outcomes.