Job Description

Senior Estimator - Co.Kildare/Hybrid role

Salary: Up to €90k

Benefits:  Electric vehicle or car allowance, 26 days holiday, 8% pension, healthcare, further education etc

About the Company:

Join a leading Irish main contractor who specialise in both construction & civil engineering over the past 60 years. This company has an excellent reputation with being responsible for the development of highly regarded projects in the residential, commercial and the educational sectors. Working with this company will allow you to be exposed to high profile developments as well as working along side some of the most experienced and skilled workers in their field. This opportunity will allow the successful candidate to advance their career through continued professional development and support of a highly successful team. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the preparation of accurate cost estimates throughout project development stages.

• Collaborate with bid teams, designers, and consultants to develop competitive pricing.

• Produce tender documents, manage enquiries, and prepare cost summaries and risk registers.

• Support value engineering, feasibility studies, and provide input on cost-effective solutions.

• Use estimating software (preferably Candy) to build cost models from first principles.

• Participate in bid reviews, client meetings, and post-tender interviews.

• Ensure clear handover of successful bids to project delivery teams.

• Maintain up-to-date cost data and ensure compliance with corporate governance.

• Degree (Level 8) in Engineering, Construction, or related field.

• Proven estimating experience in civil engineering (roads, bridges, rail, marine, or water).

• Strong knowledge of contracts, methods of measurement, and industry outputs.

• Leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and meet tight deadlines.

• Commercially astute with strong communication and client-facing abilities.

• Experience with Candy software is an advantage (training available if needed).