Estimator | Structural Steel

Elite Talent Hub; Leinster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Talent Hub is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Estimator to join a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare.

This role targets estimators with a background in structural steel fabrication, bridges, heavy steelwork or infrastructure projects delivering major projects across Ireland and the UK. Working as part of the estimating and work-winning team, you will prepare accurate tenders for structural steel packages, review drawings and contract

Qualifications

• Experience estimating structural steel packages for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings and tender documentation.
• Experience producing BOQs and material take-offs.
• Proven track record delivering competitive tenders to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for structural steel packages.
• Review drawings, specs, and contracts to define scope.
• Produce BOQs and supplier/subcontractor enquiry packages.
• Evaluate quotations and identify commercial/technical risks.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and construction teams.
• Support tender submission timelines and handovers.

Skills

Structural steel estimating

Tendering

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering / Construction Management

Job description

We are currently hiring an experienced Structural Steel Estimator to join a leading engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with a background in structural steel fabrication, bridges, heavy steelwork or infrastructure projects to join an established work-winning team delivering major projects across Ireland and the UK.

Location: Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Structural Steel | Infrastructure | Energy

The Role:

Working as part of the estimating and work-winning team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for structural steel packages across a range of infrastructure and energy projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed and accurate estimates for structural steel packages.

• Reviewing tender drawings, specifications and contract documentation to establish the full scope of works.

• Completing material take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQs).

• Producing enquiry packages and schedules for suppliers and subcontractors.

• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.

• Identifying commercial and technical risks within tender documentation.

• Attending tender start-up, mid-bid and adjudication meetings.

• Carrying out site visits where required to assess project requirements.

• Working closely with engineering, commercial, procurement and construction teams throughout the tender process.

• Supporting the preparation and submission of competitive tenders within agreed deadlines.

• Maintaining accurate estimating records and supporting tender handovers following successful awards.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in structural steel estimating or a closely related estimating position.

• Experience within structural steel fabrication, bridges, heavy engineering, civil infrastructure or major construction projects is highly desirable.

• Strong ability to interpret structural drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

• Experience completing quantity take-offs and preparing BOQs.

• Good understanding of steel fabrication and erection methodologies.

• Experience obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations.

• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to demanding submission deadlines.

• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline would be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a permanent position with a well-established engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure and energy projects.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on technically challenging structural steel packages while joining a business with a strong long-term project pipeline and opportunities for career progression.

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