Estimator

Elite Talent Hub; Galway; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Talent Hub is seeking an experienced Estimator to join the pre-construction team in Oranmore, Co. Galway. You will prepare cost estimates and tender submissions for residential, commercial and civil projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will interpret drawings, price subcontracts, update cost databases and support value engineering to win bids.

Qualifications

• Experience pricing residential, commercial or Civil Engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, specifications and procurement processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and tender documentation.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and estimating software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders to tight deadlines.
• Relevant third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for residential and commercial projects.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and analyse project risks and opportunities.
• Prepare comprehensive tender submissions within deadlines.
• Liaise with design, commercial and operational teams during tender process.
• Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Maintain and update cost databases and pricing information.
• Support value engineering to identify cost-effective solutions.
• Assist handover meetings to project delivery teams after award.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Education

Quantity Surveying or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Our client is a well-established and highly respected main contractor with a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, healthcare and education sectors throughout the West of Ireland.

Due to continued growth and a healthy pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team based in Oranmore, Co. Galway. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful tendering and acquisition of diverse construction projects while contributing to the continued success of a growing business.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for a range of construction projects.

Location: Oranmore, Co. Galway
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Key responsibilities:

Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer requirements.

Preparing detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for residential and commercial projects.

Obtaining and evaluating quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.

Conducting quantity take-offs and analysing project risks and opportunities.

Preparing comprehensive tender submissions within strict deadlines.

Liaising with the design, commercial and operational teams throughout the tender process.

Attending pre-tender and post-tender meetings with clients and stakeholders as required.

Maintaining and updating cost databases and pricing information.

Supporting value engineering initiatives to identify cost-effective solutions.

Assisting with handover meetings to project delivery teams upon successful award of projects.

Monitoring market trends, material costs and subcontractor pricing to ensure competitiveness.

Key Requirements:

• Experience pricing residential, commercial or relevant Civil Engineering projects.

Strong understanding of construction methodologies, specifications and procurement processes.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and tender documentation.

Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.

Relevant third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Construction Management or a related discipline.