Electrical Estimator

TRS Staffing Solutions; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions is looking for an Electrical Estimator to join their estimating team in Cork or Dublin. This role involves preparing accurate electrical cost estimates for major projects across Europe in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates should have proven experience within the engineering or MEP sector, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. The position offers a hybrid work model, supporting both career growth and project involvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in engineering or MEP.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
• Experienced in preparing detailed cost estimates for complex installations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and collate tenders and source pre‑project information.
• Provide timely, accurate, and profitable estimates.
• Conduct post-tender meetings and presentations.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Sector: MEP

Type: Permanent/Hybrid

Location: Cork or Dublin

TRS Staffing Solutions are seeking an Electrical Estimator to join a growing estimating team at a reputable MEP Contractor based in Cork or Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of major projects across Europe in a dynamic, commercially focused role. You will be responsible for preparing accurate electrical cost estimates and contributing to the successful submission of high-value tenders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and collate tenders and source pre‑project information by a given deadline.
• Provide timely, accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates from enquiry stage to bid submission.
• Follow up on submitted tenders.
• Analyze sub‑contractor and vendor quotations, checking inclusions and exclusions.
• Deal with clients at post tender meetings and conduct presentations.
• Provide support and assistance to the wider estimating team.
• Attend tender and follow up meetings when required.
• All other reasonable tasks assigned by the manager.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within the engineering, construction, or MEP sector.
• Experience working on hyperscale data centre projects across Europe, the UK, or other international markets is desired.
• Ability to prioritize workload and knowledge of the team’s strengths and weaknesses.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, tender documents, and employer requirements with a high level of accuracy.
• Experienced in preparing detailed cost estimates, take‑offs, and tender submissions for complex electrical installations.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, confident to collaborate with project managers, engineers, commercial teams, and clients.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality estimates.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Recognizes own strengths and weaknesses and committed to ongoing professional development.