Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Estimator. This position can be office based, hybrid or remote.
They are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions and their core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. They provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers.
Over the past 40 years they have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. They are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the UK, Germany, Denmark and Sweden.
They recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of their people and therefore, they are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. They wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career. They are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through their wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.
What you will be doing:
The Senior Estimator is responsible for the preparation, submission and management of electrical/mechanical tenders allocated. The main objective of this role is to achieve accurate net costs in accordance with their specification and the subcontract documents.
Propose organisation structures suitable to build projects.
Take ownership of a large estimate where multiple estimators are working on the project.
Accurately quantify material, plant and labour requirements for allocated electrical/mechanical projects.
Ensure that for pre-designed projects enquiries relative to the supply of materials, plant and labour are satisfactorily dealt with and that relevant information, contractual and trading particulars are distributed.
Undertake the assessment of tender bids from relevant subcontractors and specialists.
Prepare project risk register at tender stage.
Prepare estimates utilising computer aided systems including input of data, ensuring the Estimating Manual procedures are adhered to throughout.
Ensure all tender documents are received as shown on document register.
Produce summary sheet and associated documentation and presentation of package for tender adjudication to meet deadlines.
Prepare client tender documentation on completion of tender, including production of correspondence on exclusions/variations/extension to tender dates.
Attend and contribute at pre-contract meetings and post-tender interviews.
Be client facing and support negotiation of projects.
In preparation of tenders, attend site surveys and liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to tender submission status.
Negotiate prices with suppliers and subcontractors.
Work safely in accordance with the company’s current health and safety policy and procedures.
Assist and train junior estimators.
Any other reasonable and relevant duties as requested by your manager, necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company.
Is the job for me:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Estimator role and relevant trade qualification and background.
The ability to read, interpret and understand specifications and drawings.
Experience of computerised estimating software.
Confidentiality is essential.
The ability to think ahead, plan and prioritise workload.
The ability to work with the minimum of supervision.
Numeracy and literacy skills.
The ability to work as part of a team.
The ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
Good communication skills.
A proactive approach to problem solving.
PC Skills: Computer literacy including MS Office.
In return from them:
23 days annual leave
Competitive salary package
Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Private Health Insurance contribution
Life and Disability cover
EAP for employees and their families
Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities
Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of their European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.
Their way of working:
Designed to help our client on a journey of continuous improvement.
Their people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
Their people have a voice and feel empowered.
They have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
Value is delivered every step of the journey, and their efficient processes deliver value.
They have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within their business