Junior Estimator: Growth, CPD & Flexible Work

Glenveagh Properties plc; Kildare; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Health insurance

Job summary

Glenveagh Properties plc in Maynooth is seeking a Junior Estimator to join our Estimation team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), tender submissions and procurement schedules, while assessing risks and supporting cost-control initiatives.

You will work with estimating software such as Causeway, Buildsoft, Cubit and CostX, plus Microsoft Excel, to maintain accurate cost data and support site teams under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Previous estimating experience in construction or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Irish construction standards, procurement processes and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyse project plans, specs and related documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Prepare tender submissions, BoQs and procurement schedules.
• Identify and quantify cost factors including materials, labour and production time.
• Assess and manage risks for potential projects.
• Assist in value engineering and cost-control during execution.
• Maintain estimating database and report data to site teams and stakeholders.
• Update databases on construction costs and material fluctuations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Causeway

Buildsoft

Cubit

CostX

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Glenveagh Properties plc in Maynooth is seeking a Junior Estimator to join our Estimation team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), tender submissions and procurement schedules, while assessing risks and supporting cost-control initiatives.

You will work with estimating software such as Causeway, Buildsoft, Cubit and CostX, plus Microsoft Excel, to maintain accurate cost data and support site teams under tight deadlines.