M&E Estimator: Water & Wastewater Tender Expert

Cpl Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Training and development

Job summary

Ward & Burke is seeking an M&E Estimator in Charleville. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for mechanical and electrical works across water and wastewater infrastructure.

You will develop enquiries, evaluate quotations and collaborate with design teams to deliver competitive tender solutions. A relevant degree and strong estimating software experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical & Electrical Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Engineering or related field.
• Experience estimating and cost planning for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Sound knowledge of M&E equipment used in the water industry.
• Ability to work independently and with internal/external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for M&E works.
• Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers and prepare contract documents.
• Evaluate quotations and assist procurement of M&E packages.
• Collaborate with design team to develop tender solutions.
• Review drawings and tender docs; conduct value engineering.
• Prepare material take-offs and M&E cost estimates.
• Assess supplier/subcontractor quotations and recommend technical/commercial solutions.
• Assist in submission of high-quality tender documentation.
• Review contract amendments and implications.
• Participate in tender adjudication and post-tender negotiations.

Skills

Estimating & cost planning

Water & wastewater projects

M&E equipment knowledge

Excel & Word proficiency

Estimating software experience

Driving licence (Irish/EU)

Independent & collaborative

Strong communication

Education

M&E Quantity Surveying / Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Ward & Burke is seeking an M&E Estimator in Charleville. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation for mechanical and electrical works across water and wastewater infrastructure.

You will develop enquiries, evaluate quotations and collaborate with design teams to deliver competitive tender solutions. A relevant degree and strong estimating software experience are essential.