M&E Estimator

Ward And Burke Construction Limited; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Training and support

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Ward & Burke Construction Limited is seeking a highly organised M&E Estimator to join our team, delivering water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UK.

You will prepare cost estimates, support tender strategy and bid management, and work with design teams through pre-construction to finalise competitive, cost-efficient solutions. The role offers training and opportunities for long‑term career progression within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant third-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Experience estimating and cost planning for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Sound technical knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical equipment used within the water industry.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word; experience with estimating software is desirable.
• Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence.
• Authorized to work in Ireland or eligible to secure the appropriate employment permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for Mechanical & Electrical works.
• Develop and issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers, including preparation of associated contract documentation.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and assist with procurement of M&E packages.
• Collaborate with the engineering design team to develop competitive and cost‑effective tender solutions.
• Review and evaluate engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Undertake value engineering assessments to identify opportunities for optimisation and alternative solutions.
• Prepare detailed material take‑offs and Mechanical & Electrical cost estimates.
• Assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations, recommending the most suitable technical and commercial solutions.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of high‑quality technical tender documentation.
• Review contract conditions and evaluate the commercial and contractual implications of proposed amendments.
• Participate in tender adjudication, pricing reviews, and post‑tender negotiations to support successful bid outcomes.
• Hold a degree in M&E Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering – or a related discipline.

Skills

Estimating experience

MS Office proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Estimating software

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Ward & Burke is a leading engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across the water, wastewater, marine, utilities sectors throughout Ireland and the UK. The successful candidate will support the winning of high-profile projects that deliver critical infrastructure, while gaining exposure to major projects, tender strategy, bid management, and the wider pre‑construction process.

As our business continues to expand, we are seeking a highly organised and motivated M&E Estimator to join a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for Mechanical & Electrical works.
• Develop and issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers, including preparation of associated contract documentation.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations and assist with procurement of M&E packages.
• Collaborate with the engineering design team to develop competitive and cost‑effective tender solutions.
• Review and evaluate engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Undertake value engineering assessments to identify opportunities for optimisation and alternative solutions.
• Prepare detailed material take‑offs and Mechanical & Electrical cost estimates.
• Assess and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations, recommending the most suitable technical and commercial solutions.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of high‑quality technical tender documentation.
• Review contract conditions and evaluate the commercial and contractual implications of proposed amendments.
• Participate in tender adjudication, pricing reviews, and post‑tender negotiations to support successful bid outcomes.
• Hold a degree in M&E Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering – or a related discipline.

Required Skills & Experience

The preferred candidate shall:

• Relevant third‑level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrable experience in estimating and cost planning for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Sound technical knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical equipment commonly used within the water industry.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word; experience with estimating software is desirable.
• Full, clean Irish or EU driving licence required.
• Authorised to work in Ireland or eligible to secure the appropriate employment permit.

What Ward & Burke can offer you:

• Give you the ability to design your own career.
• Opportunity to develop across a wide range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Be involved in projects from concept to completion.
• Training and support for professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with opportunities for long‑term career progression.

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