Electrical Estimation Pre-Construction Engineer

Sensori; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensori is seeking an Electrical Pre-Construction Engineer to join our Dublin estimation team. This role focuses on tender design review, scope analysis, and early pre-construction support across Ireland and Europe, with travel to sites as required.

You will review complex electrical tender documents, coordinate with suppliers, and help develop clear technical narratives for bids. Strong communication, organisational skills and experience with data centre projects are desirable.

Qualifications

• Third level qualification in Electrical Services Engineering.
• Experience in electrical tender documents and technical reviews.
• Exposure to pre-construction roles and data centre projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical tender documentation for scope clarity and pricing accuracy.
• Identify gaps, clarify requirements, and support tender submissions.
• Prepare RFIs and technical queries; review supplier packages for compliance.
• Contribute to tender narrative and technical schedules across electrical elements.
• Support post-tender Clarifications and BAFO processes; assist with early pre-construction activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Tender analysis

Vendor review

Travel readiness

Data centre awareness

Pre-construction

Tender design

Education

Electrical Services Engineering degree

Tools

BIM 360

Procore

Aconex

Job description

Sensori

Location: On site / Ballycoolen, Dublin, Co. Dublin, D15 AP2D, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | Electrical
Salary: Negotiable salary

Due to our continued growth across Ireland and recent expansion into the European data centre market, Sensori Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Pre-Construction Engineer to join our Dublin-based estimation division.

This newly created role has been developed to support the Estimation Team during the tender process for Electrical projects across Ireland and Europe, with a strong focus on the data centre sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in reviewing tender technical documentation, supporting supply chain engagement, and ensuring that tender submissions are technically comprehensive and commercially aligned. Working closely with the Estimation Team, the ideal candidate will contribute to the technical development of bids while also supporting commercial strategy and tender deliverables.

Tender Design Review & Technical Scope Analysis

• Review Electrical tender documentation for large-scale projects ensuring technical clarity and scope completeness.
• Identify design gaps, coordination issues, or areas needing clarification to support accurate and complete pricing by the Estimation Team.
• Provide structured, clear summaries of complex design information to support estimators in developing accurate costs.
• Assist in the preparation of Requests for Information (RFIs) and technical queries.
• Review Electrical equipment, subcontractor and specialist supplier packages for compliance with performance specifications and design intent.
• Develop technical comparisons across multiple supplier proposals to support procurement recommendations.
• Lead or attend technical review meetings with vendors to ensure scope alignment and inclusion of all critical elements.
• Identify exclusions or scope gaps in supplier quotes and ensure these are addressed prior to final submission.
• Support the development of Electrical‑specific sections of tender returns, including:
  • Overview of Electrical works
  • Construction methodologies and sequencing
  • Risks and mitigation strategies
  • Value engineering opportunities
  • Procurement lead times and programme impacts
• Proposed suppliers and technical schedules
• Contribute to the tender write‑up to ensure technical clarity and quality across all Electrical elements.

Post-Tender & Early Pre-Construction Support

• Participate in post‑tender meetings, clarifications, and BAFO submissions to provide ongoing technical input and ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Remain involved in successful projects during the early pre‑construction phase, supporting supply chain engagement, design coordination and cost updates until handover to the project delivery team.
• Assess and review potential alternative design solutions and equipment options for budget and technical optimisation.

Site Engagement

• Attend site surveys in Ireland and Europe during estimation period to review project scope.

Requirements & Experience

• Third level Qualification in Electrical Services Engineering.
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a Electrical contracting or consulting environment, ideally with exposure to pre-construction roles.
• Experience interpreting and reviewing complex Electrical tender designs, specifications and technical documents.
• Prior exposure to data centre projects is desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with an ability to present technical information clearly.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills – particularly Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with platforms such as BIM 360, Procore or Aconex is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel for site surveys in Ireland and mainland Europe as required.
• Strong technical review and tender scope analysis capability.
• Ability to identify design gaps, risks, clarifications and coordination issues.
• Strong vendor, subcontractor and specialist package review skills.
• Ability to develop clear technical tender narratives and proposal content.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and technical reporting skills.