Senior Estimator

PJ Hegarty & Sons; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing CPD & training reviews

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Cork is seeking an experienced Estimator to calculate costs for high-profile projects. The role involves managing tender documents, producing cost analyses, and assessing risks. Candidates should have a relevant degree and over 6 years of experience in a similar role, along with strong analytical skills. The company offers support for career progression and ongoing training opportunities, cultivating a culture of development and excellence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in estimating or quantity surveying.
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills needed.
• Good problem-solving skills are essential.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, ideally have a working knowledge of Conquest, Cubit, Buildsoft, Costx.
• Knowledge of the latest construction technology processes, materials and costs.
• Demonstrate excellent budgetary responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adhering to strict deadline environments.
• Career driven, ambitious and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Calculate anticipated costs of potential construction projects.
• Manage tender submissions and produce clear costings.
• Develop risk and opportunity assessments for tenders.
• In conjunction with the wider tender team raise tender queries.
• Develop and fill gaps in tender, compile clarifications and estimator notes.
• Develop and assess a risk schedule and an opportunity assessment.
• Develop a value engineering schedule.
• Complete analysis of tenders and prices as received from supply chain.
• Produce documents for tender settlement and present clear nett costings identifying risks and opportunities.
• Complete tender submission including Form of Tender, Bills of quantities & associated commercial information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numeracy skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Conquest

Cubit

Buildsoft

Costx

Job description

Overview Of The Role

This role is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of Ireland's high‑profile construction projects and contribute to the growth of a Tier 1 contractor. Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will calculate the anticipated costs of potential projects, considering all relevant factors. The role will be primarily based in our Carroll's Quay office in Cork, where the right candidate will have the opportunity to work with many stakeholders across the business.

Duties Of The Role

• Receive all tender documents and ensure the wider tender team are copied.
• Issue sub-contract and material enquiries, including scope of works and attendance schedules (where applicable).
• Chase tender returns and update enquiry schedule.
• In conjunction with the wider tender team raise tender queries.
• Develop and fill gaps in tender, compile clarifications and estimator notes.
• Develop and assess a risk schedule and an opportunity assessment.
• Develop a value engineering schedule.
• Complete analysis of tenders and prices as received from supply chain.
• Produce documents for tender settlement and present clear nett costings identifying risks and opportunities.
• Complete tender submission including Form of Tender, Bills of quantities & associated commercial information.

Skills / Experience Required For The Role

• Degree qualified in the construction field (Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Technology)
• 6+ Years’ experience in a similar role i.e. Estimating or Quantity Surveying role.
• Must have strong analytical and numeracy skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, ideally have a working knowledge of Conquest, Cubit, Buildsoft, Costx
• Knowledge of the latest construction technology processes, materials and costs.
• Demonstrate excellent budgetary responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adhering to strict deadline environments.
• Career driven, ambitious and enthusiastic.

Further Information On The Role

The company assists in career progression of its employees. CPD & training will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with the individual.