Senior Estimator: High-Value Construction Projects

PE Global Energy & Technology; Leinster; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional development

Diverse projects

Accreditation support

Career progression

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

PE Global Energy & Technology in County Dublin seeks an experienced Estimator to join its growing Estimating team. You will prepare detailed tenders, develop cost plans and pricing strategies for high-value projects across data centres, pharma, tech, and commercial sectors.

The role requires strong analytical skills, tendering experience, and the ability to manage multiple bids, coordinate with design, planning, procurement and commercial teams, and support project handover on award.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an Estimator or similar role within construction.
• Third-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, cost planning and procurement processes.
• Proven experience preparing tenders for construction projects.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, detailed and competitive tenders based on drawings, specifications and BOQs.
• Manage the tendering process from enquiry to final submission.
• Source, assess and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Review tender documentation for risks, opportunities and clarifications.
• Develop cost breakdowns and pricing strategies aligned with scope and market conditions.
• Collaborate with design, planning, procurement and commercial teams.
• Attend site visits, pre-tender meetings and post-tender discussions as required.
• Contribute to improvement of estimating systems and processes.
• Maintain awareness of market trends and construction costs.
• Support handover of awarded projects to delivery teams.

Skills

Tendering

Pricing

Negotiation

Excel

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

PE Global Energy & Technology in County Dublin seeks an experienced Estimator to join its growing Estimating team. You will prepare detailed tenders, develop cost plans and pricing strategies for high-value projects across data centres, pharma, tech, and commercial sectors.

The role requires strong analytical skills, tendering experience, and the ability to manage multiple bids, coordinate with design, planning, procurement and commercial teams, and support project handover on award.