Estimator

Role overview

O'Neill & Brennan Ireland is hiring an Estimator for a main contractor delivering a range of live projects across Ireland. The successful person will be based in County Offaly and will play a key role in the estimating and tendering process.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with quantity surveying, procurement, subcontractors, and other relevant stakeholders to support tender preparation.
• Coordinate with project teams and other parties to understand project needs and shape estimating and tender strategies aligned to objectives.
• Use estimating platforms and supporting tools such as Excel to complete work accurately and efficiently.
• Stay current with building methods, relevant codes of practice, building regulations, and legislation so these are fully considered in estimates.
• Prepare winning tender submissions and support a smooth handover to the project team after award.

Experience and requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in estimating or quantity surveying.
• Background as an estimator within a main contracting business, with a strong record of submitting project bids.
• Strong knowledge of building standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage estimating workflows and related schedules to tight deadlines.
• Excellent IT capability, including familiarity with tools such as CostX or Buildsoft.
• Comfortable working collaboratively within a team and across multiple departments.

Additional information

Salary is stated as DOE, with an expected range of €85,000 to €100,000.

No visa sponsorship or relocation support is available for this opportunity.

Applicants are asked to send a CV that includes their current address. A confidential conversation can be arranged by calling Clodagh on (087) 797 8585.