Junior / Intermediate Estimator - Main Contractor - Dublin

SSA Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after probation

Pension contribution

Training and CPD

Job summary

SSA Recruitment is seeking a Junior/Intermediate Estimator for a permanent role in their Dublin office. You will support the Senior Estimating Team with tenders for large-scale Irish projects, performing take-offs, reviewing docs, and assisting with pricing and cost analysis.

The role offers a clear pathway to Senior Estimator, pension contributions, and ongoing training, with hybrid options after probation depending on role. Full working rights in Ireland required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or similar.
• 14 years' experience in Estimating or Pre-Construction.
• Strong technical and numerical skills.
• Experience with Buildsoft/Cubit or similar software is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full working rights in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Measurement, take-offs, and BOQ preparation.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Assisting with pricing, cost analysis, and value engineering.
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotations.
• Supporting the compilation of tender submissions.
• Maintaining databases, logs, and cost libraries.
• Contributing to bid handovers and post-tender reviews.

Skills

Estimator

Quantity Surveying

Cost Control

Pricing

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics

Tools

Buildsoft/Cubit

Job description

Job Description SSA is recruiting a Junior / Intermediate Estimator on behalf of a top-tier Main Building Contractor, for a permanent position based in their Dublin office.

About the role:

Working closely with the Senior Estimating Team, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and submission of competitive tenders across large-scale building projects in Ireland.

Duties will include:

• Measurement, take-offs, and BOQ preparation
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Assisting with pricing, cost analysis, and value engineering
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotations
• Supporting the compilation of tender submissions
• Maintaining databases, logs, and cost libraries
• Contributing to bid handovers and post-tender reviews

About the company:

Our client is a major Main Contractor with a strong project pipeline across commercial, residential, healthcare, industrial, and technology sectors. They are known for excellent training, clear progression routes, and long-term career development.

Whats on offer

• Attractive salary package (€50k€65k DOE)
• Clear pathway to Senior Estimator level
• Pension contribution
• Continuous professional development & training
• Hybrid options after probation (role dependent)
• Exposure to high-profile projects

Position requirements:

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or similar
• 14 years experience in Estimating or Pre-Construction
• Strong technical and numerical skills
• Experience with Buildsoft/Cubit or similar software is an advantage
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full working rights in Ireland

Skills:

• Estimator
• Quantity Surveying
• Cost Control
• Pricing

Benefits:

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