Senior Mechanical Estimator – Data Centre & Offsite MEP

Vickerstock; Leinster; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vickerstock, a market-leading specialist engineering and offsite fabrication business, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Estimator to join the commercial team in Dundalk. The role focuses on leading detailed estimates for MEP projects, including data centres and commercial builds, and coordinating with design, procurement and project delivery teams.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical estimating, experience pricing complex projects, and the ability to interpret

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Significant experience in mechanical estimating or cost engineering.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, pipework and plantrooms.
• Experience pricing complex mechanical projects from enquiry to tender submission.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed mechanical estimates for commercial, industrial and data centre projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings and specs to develop cost plans.
• Perform mechanical take-offs from drawings and 3D design data.
• Prepare pricing submissions covering materials, labour, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations.
• Collaborate with design, procurement and contracts teams to ensure viable solutions.
• Support tender reviews, bid/no-bid decisions and project strategies.
• Attend client meetings and support the commercial team through tender processes.
• Assist handover of successful projects to delivery teams with clear budgets.

Skills

Estimator

Data Centre

Bill of Quantities

Cost Control

Tools

Bluebeam

Costx

TPBN1_IJ

Job description

Vickerstock, a market-leading specialist engineering and offsite fabrication business, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Estimator to join the commercial team in Dundalk. The role focuses on leading detailed estimates for MEP projects, including data centres and commercial builds, and coordinating with design, procurement and project delivery teams.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical estimating, experience pricing complex projects, and the ability to interpret