Senior Estimator

MCS Group; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civils company in Northern Ireland seeks a Senior Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for diverse projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry, relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, and strong analytical skills. The role offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing development opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor in construction/engineering industry.
• Strong knowledge of cost management, estimating, and contract administration.
• Experience with pricing civil works.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for projects.
• Research material, equipment, and labour costs.
• Attend meetings and site visits to understand project requirements.
• Prepare tender submissions using estimating software.

Skills

Cost management

Estimating

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

MCS Group has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a dynamic, award-winning company with a proven reputation of delivering high-quality solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to play a key role within an innovative team.

The Role

We are working alongside a leading civils company to recruit a Senior Estimator to join their team.

In this role you will play a key part in the Estimating team, preparing and managing detailed cost estimates for projects across a wide range of sectors including transport infrastructure, renewable energy, and utilities.

You will

• Research and analyse material, equipment and labour costs, including identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare and issue subcontractor/supplier enquiry packages, gather quotations, and evaluate them for competitiveness and compliance.
• Support programme preparation, project planning and risk assessment while building accurate rates and prices from first principles and supplier inputs.
• Attend relevant meetings and site visits, ensuring a strong understanding of project requirements.
• Prepare and present tender submissions to deadlines, using estimating software and working closely with the Head of Estimating.

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing opportunities for development and career progression.
• Generous holiday allowance that increases with length of service.
• Private Healthcare.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience working as a Estimator/Quantity Surveyor in the construction/engineering industry, particularly pricing civil works.
• Relevant Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of cost management, estimating, and contract administration.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong communication.

Full details will be discussed upon application.

Are you an Estimator open to new opportunities? Get in touch, I would love to have a chat!

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Hannah Liddle, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 02896935518 .

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