Junior Estimator

Writech Limited; Mullingar; Remote; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Writech Limited is seeking a Junior Estimator to support tender submissions and monitor project pricing for high-value bids in fire protection, MEP, and construction sectors. The role reports to the Commercial Director and collaborates with the Projects Department on multi-discipline tenders.

Key duties include reviewing tender documents, coordinating with suppliers for pricing, and refining estimation processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing tenders for large-scale projects.
• Ability to review tender documents and develop cost estimates.
• Strong communication with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of competitive and accurate tenders for large-scale fire protection projects.
• Review and interpret tender documents, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers to gather accurate pricing and ensure project specifications are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Projects and Fabrication to ensure tenders align with project scopes and company capabilities.
• Assist in developing and refining estimation processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records of tenders, estimates, and correspondence for future reference and auditing.

Skills

Estimator experience

Tendering knowledge

Fire protection knowledge

Communication skills

Cost estimating

Job description

Writech are an internationally recognised leader in Fire Protection Systems. We are internationally approved to Design, Manufacture, Install, Service & Commission to all standards & have Award Winning expertise in Fire Sprinkler Protection, Foam enhanced Fire Protection, Gas Protection, Firewater Mist Protection, Insert Gas Protection & Special Hazard Fire Protection.

THE ROLE

The Junior Estimator will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of Tender submissions and also monitoring of project pricing in the preparation of high-value tenders, ensuring the accuracy and competitiveness of project bids. The Estimator will report directly to the Commercial Director and work closely with the Projects Department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale projects.

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Days: Monday to Friday

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in an Estimator role within the Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), or Construction sectors.
• Knowledge of Fire Protection systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with Clients and Internal Stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tenders simultaneously.
• A meticulous approach to reviewing documents and compiling cost estimates.
• Ability to identify risks and propose solutions within the tendering process.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the preparation of competitive and accurate tenders for large-scale fire protection projects.
• Review and interpret tender documents, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers to gather accurate pricing and ensure project specifications are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Projects and Fabrication to ensure tenders align with project scopes and company capabilities.
• Assist in developing and refining estimation processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records of tenders, estimates, and correspondence for future reference and auditing.