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Senior Estimator

📍 Cork 💷 €85,000–€90,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience Permanent · Full time Posted 10 Aug 2026

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Senior Estimator | Cork, Ireland | Full Time | €85,000–€90,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience

Our client is a well-established Irish construction company with over 60 years of experience delivering high-quality projects across commercial, industrial and residential sectors. Their reputation is built on quality, integrity, innovation and long-term relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team and play a key role in securing and delivering exciting projects throughout Ireland.

The Role

As a Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for projects ranging from €1 million to €40 million. You will work closely with directors, design teams, project managers and supply chain partners to develop winning tender submissions while identifying opportunities for value engineering and innovation.

Projects include:

  • Industrial and logistics warehouses
  • Large-scale residential developments
  • Office developments
  • High-end commercial fit-outs
  • Healthcare and mixed-use developments

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions
  • Analyse drawings, specifications and contract documents
  • Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
  • Carry out quantity take-offs and cost planning
  • Identify risks and opportunities within tender documents
  • Develop value engineering proposals
  • Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings
  • Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors throughout the tender process
  • Assist with budgeting, cost planning and procurement strategies
  • Support the handover of successful tenders to the delivery team
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market rates and industry trends

Requirements

Essential

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in an estimating role within the construction industry
  • Proven track record pricing projects valued between €1 million and €40 million
  • Strong understanding of Irish construction methods, contracts and procurement
  • Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple tenders
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office
  • Full driving licence

Desirable

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
  • Experience with Design & Build and traditional procurement projects
  • Knowledge of value engineering and modern construction techniques

What’s In It For You

  • Highly competitive salary of €85,000+
  • Excellent bonus structure based on performance
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
  • Pension contribution
  • Professional development and career progression
  • Opportunity to work on some of Ireland’s most exciting construction projects
  • Modern office environment with a collaborative and experienced team
  • Long-term career with one of Munster’s leading construction companies

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