Construction Estimator (Remote)

FRS Recruitment; Ireland; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Pension

Career progression

Job summary

FRS Recruitment are partnering with a leading specialist construction contractor to recruit an Estimator for their growing commercial team. This is a fully remote opportunity with the flexibility to work from home while supporting specialist projects across Ireland and Europe.

The successful candidate will bring previous estimating experience in fit-out, proficiency with Excel and estimating software, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating specialist fit-out packages from drawings and BOQs.
• Experience pricing interior construction packages.
• Experience in Irish or UK construction industry.
• Strong understanding of drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating software.
• Able to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Desirable: experience with controlled environments, cleanrooms, pharma.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings and BOQs.
• Take-offs for specialist fit-out packages.
• Review tender documents and identify commercial risks.
• Obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender submissions and documentation.
• Support value engineering and alternative construction solutions.
• Assist handovers after tender awards.
• Maintain estimating records and cost databases.

Skills

Estimating experience

Fit-out pricing

Controlled environments

Construction drawings

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Tender management

Irish/UK market

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

FRS Recruitment are partnering with a leading specialist construction contractor to recruit an Estimator for their growing commercial team. This can be based Remote/Home.

This is a fully remote opportunity, offering the flexibility to work from home while supporting the delivery of specialist construction projects across Ireland and Europe. The successful candidate must have previous estimating (Fit-Out) experience within the Irish or UK construction industry and will ideally have exposure to controlled environments, cleanrooms, pharmaceutical or high-specification fit-out projects.

This well-established contractor has built an excellent reputation delivering specialist construction and internal fit-out solutions across the Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Food Manufacturing and High-End Construction sectors. Their projects involve technically demanding environments, specialist construction systems and collaboration with many of the industry's leading contractors and clients.

Working alongside an experienced commercial team, you will prepare competitive tenders for specialist fit-out packages including drylining, ceilings, partitions, fire-rated systems and associated interior works. You will work closely with the design, procurement and project delivery teams, playing a key role in securing new projects and supporting their successful commercial delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a growing specialist contractor while enjoying the flexibility of remote working.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings, specifications and BOQs.
• Complete accurate quantity take-offs for specialist fit-out packages.
• Review tender documentation and identify commercial risks.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare competitive tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Support value engineering and alternative construction solutions.
• Assist with project handovers following successful tender awards.
• Maintain estimating records, cost databases and benchmarking information.

Requirements

• Previous estimating experience within the Irish or UK construction industry.
• Experience pricing specialist fit-out or interior construction packages.
• Controlled environments, cleanroom or pharmaceutical project experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Good commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Experience within Data Centre, Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences projects advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• Performance Bonus.
• Pension.
• Long-term career progression within an established commercial team.