Mechanical Estimator

Global Professional Consultants Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary circa €70,000 to €80,000 – DOE

Additional leave

Pension

On-site parking

Discounted Fuel

Excellent career progression opportunities

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants Ireland seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator for exciting M&E projects in Dublin. The right candidate will handle tender submissions and cost estimates while assisting with procurement schedules.

Applicants should hold a relevant degree and possess a minimum of four years’ experience in similar roles. A strong background in HVAC and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential. Offered salary ranges from €70,000 to €80,000 depending on experience, alongside additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 4 years’+ experience as a Mechanical Estimator on M&E projects.
• Experience working in Ireland or the UK.
• Proven track record in managing tenders from pricing to final client award.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive tender submissions.
• Conduct assessments for cost-saving opportunities.
• Calculate quantities of materials and labour for projects.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals for accuracy.
• Engage in supplier negotiations and address tender queries.

Skills

Strong HVAC experience

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant Degree or Trade background

Job description

Mechanical Estimator

An experienced Mechanical Estimator is needed to join a well-established and progressive M&E Contractor in Dublin. The successful Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for of a range Commercial, Pharmaceutical and Data Centre Projects.

Duties

• The Mechanical Estimator will be tasked with developing comprehensive tender submissions.
• Carry out regular assessments of operational practices to uncover potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Calculate the necessary quantities of materials, equipment, and labour for projects.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals, ensuring inclusions and exclusions are correctly noted.
• Engage in price negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Address tender queries and produce detailed tender documentation.
• Gather and organize pre-project data and relevant information.
• Develop a schedule for procuring materials and resources required for the project.
• Generate detailed cost estimates and financial reports.
• Facilitate the final handover to the project team, ensuring all details are communicated effectively.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Trade background
• The Mechanical Estimator must have 4 years’+ experience working as a Mechanical Estimator on M&E projects
• Must have experience working in Ireland or the UK
• Good communication skills and proven track record in taking tenders from pricing through to final client award
• Ability to work as both part of a team and on their own initiative
• Strong HVAC experience with a large contractor.

Benefits

• Salary circa €70,000 to €80,000 – DOE
• Additional leave.
• Pension.
• On-site parking.
• Discounted Fuel.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.