Mechanical Estimator Manager

Global Professional Consultants; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical building services contractor in Dublin is seeking a Mechanical Estimator Manager to manage the estimating department. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems and proven experience in estimating roles. This position offers a competitive salary of €100k – €110k DOE and benefits such as a company pension scheme and professional development support.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Ongoing professional development support

Company laptop and mobile phone

Flexible package tailored to the right candidate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Estimator Manager or Senior Estimator role.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and mechanical/process pipework systems.
• High level of commercial awareness and ability to drive best-value outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the estimating department, overseeing all tendering activities.
• Ensure all estimates are complete, accurate and aligned with company standards.
• Liaise with commercial, contracts, and operations teams to ensure seamless project transitions.

Skills

Leadership

Technical knowledge of HVAC

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in estimating software

Education

Third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying

National Skills Certificate in plumbing

Job description

Mechanical Estimator Manager

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Estimator Manager to join a leading mechanical building services contractor with a strong presence across Ireland and mainland Europe. Specialising in delivering complex mechanical solutions for high-spec sectors such as data centres, healthcare, pharma, power generation and commercial developments. This role will be based in their head office in Dublin.

If you are a Mechanical Estimator Manager who is looking for your next career move, send your CV to Kate O’Herlihy or call for a confidential discussion.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the estimating department, overseeing all tendering activities
• Review incoming tender documents and allocate projects across the team
• Ensure all estimates are complete, accurate and aligned with company standards
• Provide leadership on complex tenders and support team development
• Maintain and improve estimating tools, cost libraries and pricing strategies
• Review mechanical designs, drawings, and specifications for accurate cost forecasting
• Liaise with commercial, contracts, and operations teams to ensure seamless project transitions
• Negotiate with suppliers/subcontractors and identify value engineering opportunities
• Monitor post‑tender performance and drive continuous improvement in estimating processes
• Represent the estimating department in internal and client meetings

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Estimator Manager or Senior Estimator role
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and mechanical/process pipework systems
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
• High level of commercial awareness and ability to drive best‑value outcomes
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office tools
• Third‑level qualification in Quantity Surveying, Building Services, Cost Engineering, or similar
• National Skills Certificate in plumbing, pipefitting or similar trade qualification (preferred or equivalent experience)

Benefits:

• Salary €100k – €110k DOE
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development support
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Flexible package tailored to the right candidate

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. We also have many other roles available within the Engineering and Construction sector across Ireland and Europe.