Estimator

About the Employer

Join a highly respected and rapidly expanding Irish engineering contractor known for delivering some of the country’s most prestigious and technically demanding projects within sectors such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, commercial, industrial, and advanced manufacturing. The company is recognized for its quality, innovation, and winning repeat business from prominent clients, while fostering employee growth through modern construction techniques and clear paths for long-term career advancement.

Role Overview

As an Estimator, you will be integral to winning major Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) projects by producing precise and competitive cost estimates. Your responsibilities will include reviewing tender documents, interpreting drawings and specifications, performing detailed quantity take-offs, soliciting and assessing subcontractor and supplier bids, and formulating effective pricing strategies across M&E and CSA disciplines.

You will actively engage throughout the tender cycle, identifying potential commercial risks, opportunities for value engineering, and implementing cost-saving measures while contributing to bids for some of Ireland’s highest-profile construction endeavors.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Estimator within Building Services, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E), or CSA construction fields.
• Thorough knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Civil, Structural & Architectural works.
• Capability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation accurately.
• Strong commercial insight combined with excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
• Experience estimating projects in commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data centre sectors is highly advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with commercial, design, and project delivery teams.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and estimating software tools.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive remuneration with routine performance and salary evaluations.
• Company pension scheme along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Exposure to some of Ireland’s largest and most technically intricate Mechanical, Electrical and CSA projects.
• Clear pathways for career progression within a growing organisation that encourages internal promotions.
• Supportive and cooperative work environment featuring seasoned professionals from the industry.
• Continuous professional growth supported by ongoing training investments.
• Secure long-term employment backed by a strong pipeline of significant projects throughout Ireland and Europe.
• Meaningful opportunity to impact major project wins while advancing your career with a leading engineering contractor.