Senior Estimator

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy; Omagh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing development opportunities

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Northern Ireland is seeking a Senior Estimator to join a dynamic team within a civil engineering company. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in estimating within the construction industry, hold a relevant degree, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. In this full-time role, you'll prepare detailed cost estimates, collaborate closely with the estimating team, and contribute to project planning and risk assessments. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor in the construction/engineering industry.
• Strong knowledge of estimating and contract administration.
• Ability to prepare and present tender submissions using estimating software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for projects.
• Research and analyze material, equipment, and labor costs.
• Attend relevant meetings and site visits to understand project requirements.
• Attend meetings and site visits to understand project requirements.
• Prepare and present tender submissions to deadlines, using estimating software and coordinating with Head of Estimating.

Skills

Cost management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Communication

Estimating software

Education

Relevant Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil/Structural Engineering

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Construction | 02896935518

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.

• 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.

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.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Other

Industries

Civil Engineering and Construction