Senior Mechanical Estimator - Engineering Contractor - DublinAre you a Mechanical Estimator with 6+ year experience working with engineering consultancies or construction contractors?This is a permanent role based in DublinYou will be responsible for preparing accurate mechanical cost estimates ensuring timely submission of tenders.
You will report directly to the Estimating Manager.Conduct in-dept reviews of tender documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, etc.Manage quantity take-offs and populate pricing documentsObtain competitive quotations from suppliers and sub-contractors.Interrogate and validate incoming quotations from sub-contractors in order to ensure they are specification compliant and cover all aspects of the package scope of works, ensuring no scope gaps prior to inclusion in bid.Present the completed estimate to the Pre-Construction Director, and to the Board of Directors.Tender document control including drawing analysis and specifications for inclusion in BOQ's.Mentor and train junior members of the mechanical estimation team.Co-ordinate and collaborate with the Electrical EstimatorsParticipate in the development of procedures to ensure a high standard of quality control in the documents produced by the Estimating DepartmentPoses the ability to manage and complete a large-scale complex tender autonomously from start to finish.Identify risks and potential tender opportunities and highlight these to estimating managerEnsure level of detail in the estimates and whether potential risks and contingencies are adequately accounted for.Effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members.Manage estimating manpower in order to ensure efficient use of manpower and lead junior estimators in the successful completion of their individual tasksIdentify and cost potential value engineering opportunities.RequirementsPrevious mechanical cost estimating experience in a contracting environment with experience of delivering tenders from enquiry to award stage is essentialStrong computer skills especially in the use of MS OfficeStrong understanding of mechanical & process pipework systems, HVAC, plumbing and other mechanical building services systemsGood knowledge of different mechanical & process pipework materialsStrong attention to detailAbility to interpret drawings and specifications, preform accurate take-offs, and prepare detailed BOQsAbility to manage own workload and meet deadlinesMust display excellent time management, communication, numerical, analytical and organisational skillsProblem solving skills with attention to detail and multitasking abilitiesPackageSalary will be in line with qualifications and experience
