Senior Cost Estimator – Energy & Natural Resources

Turner & Townsend; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Annual leave & car allowance

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator in the Energy and Natural Resources division in Ireland, focusing on capex and opex estimates for Oil & Gas, electrical networks, civils and tunnelling. You will deliver cost models from concept through close-out, maintaining strong client relationships and applying rigorous estimation practices.

You will work with cross-functional teams on stage-gate reviews, risk assessments, and tender support while leveraging industry standard

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in estimation software such as OnScreen Takeoff and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate cost estimates using AACE guidelines.
• Prepare budgets and feasibility estimates aligned with project maturity.
• Support tendering activities with pre-tender estimates and risk feedback.
• Analyse cost trends and change orders with cost control teams.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure reliable, defensible estimates.
• Contribute to overall project controls and value engineering efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

OnScreen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator in the Energy and Natural Resources division in Ireland, focusing on capex and opex estimates for Oil & Gas, electrical networks, civils and tunnelling. You will deliver cost models from concept through close-out, maintaining strong client relationships and applying rigorous estimation practices.

You will work with cross-functional teams on stage-gate reviews, risk assessments, and tender support while leveraging industry standard