Senior Estimator (Infrastructure, Civil, Renewables)

TLI Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 Days Annual Leave

Sick pay (post-probation)

Voluntary Pension Scheme (post-prob)

Health Insurance Discount and Life-Ass

EAP

Career Pathway Programme

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

TLI Group is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead cost estimates and tender submissions across renewable, civil, structural, and building projects in Ireland. You will work with engineering, project management, business development and commercial teams to ensure competitive and compliant bids.

Responsibilities include developing pricing strategies, interpreting tender docs, and mentoring junior estimators while upholding Health & Safety standards and procurement procedures.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5–10 years' experience in construction or civil estimating.
• Proven tender preparation experience for civil/building projects.
• Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, and Public Works Contracts is beneficial.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; Cubit estimating software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for civil and building projects.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and quantity surveyors to define scope and budget.
• Develop pricing strategies with the Precontracts Commercial Manager.
• Interpret tender documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors for quotes.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, and benchmarks.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings to assess conditions and risks.
• Lead and support junior estimators when required.
• Assist in post-tender reviews and handovers to delivery teams.
• Research market trends and competitor pricing.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and procurement procedures.

Skills

Tendering

Cost estimation

Pricing strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk analysis

MS Excel

Education

Engineering degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Cubit estimating software

MS Office

Job description

About the role

As part of the growing Pre contracts team at TLI Group, we are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead and support the preparation of estimates and cost plans across multiple Renewable, civil, structural, and building projects. You will be responsible for the delivery of competitive and compliant tenders, supporting both private and public sector clients, ensuring technical excellence, commercial viability, and strategic alignment with TLI Group’s goals.

This is a key role, working cross-functionally with engineering, project management, business development, and commercial teams.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 23 Days Annual Leave.
• Sick pay (post-probation).
• Voluntary Pension Scheme (post-probation).
• Health Insurance Discount and Life Assurance.
• LAYA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Structured training through our Career Pathway Programme.
• Opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and expanding organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering and building projects
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and quantity surveyors to understand project scope and budget constraints.
• Develop pricing strategies and work closely with the Precontracts Commercial Manager to deliver high-quality submissions.
• Evaluate and interpret tender documentation, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and up-to-date pricing data.
• Maintain and develop internal estimating databases, cost libraries, and benchmarking tools.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings to assess project conditions and risks.
• Analyse project risks and provide advice on mitigation strategies.
• Lead and support junior estimators where required.
• Assist in post-tender reviews and commercial handovers to project delivery teams.
• Continuously research market trends and competitor pricing.
• Ensure alignment with Health & Safety standards and compliance with building regulations and procurement procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years’ experience in a construction or civil engineering estimating role.
• Proven experience in preparing civil and/or building project tenders.
• Cable of undertaking estimate with minimum guidance
• Understanding of contract forms including NEC, FIDIC, and Public Works Contracts is beneficial.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite; familiarity with Cubit estimating software an an advantage but training will be provided
• Full driving licence required; occasional site visits may be necessary.

Skills and Competencies

• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and strong understanding of value engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.
• Proactive, with a collaborative mindset and strong team ethic.
• Professional, dependable, and self-motivated.

About TLI Group

TLI Group is a critical utility infrastructure service provider, operating extensively within the utilities sector in Ireland, Northern Ireland and the UK.

We actively deliver high profile multi-disciplinary projects across four business units, namely: Power Transmission & Distribution, Renewables & Engineering, Smart Energy Services and Telecoms.

TLI Group plays a leading role in promoting the development of critical utility infrastructure and thus providing safe, reliable and sustainable networks for future generations.