Electrical Estimator Job Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team on a permanent basis due to the growth of a new division internally.
Key Objectives:
* To prepare detailed, high-value bids and tenders for turnkey renewable projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the full project pricing process and tender preparation for turnkey renewable projects, including new electrical substations and refurbishment of existing ones.
* Collaborate with Project Managers to assess manpower resources required for projects and work with the Procurement Manager to obtain material pricing.
* Review and analyze tender documentation, identifying requirements and areas with potential risks through Risk Analysis.
* Provide detailed Bills of Quantities (Bo Q) and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) with relevant specifications, preliminaries, and drawings.
* Monitor the RFQ process and track quotation returns.
* Perform or oversee the RFQ analysis, compare options, and select the best fit for the tender pricing.
* Arrange and conduct site inspections, documenting findings and incorporating them into the tender pricing.
* Develop allowances for project preliminaries using standard forms, discuss the construction sequence with the Bid Manager and Project Managers to establish a construction timeline.
* Prepare tender build-ups, and coordinate meetings for company governance to review and finalize pricing before submission.
* Make necessary adjustments to the tender following internal discussions and submit the completed tender documentation by the deadline.
* Conduct a handover to the Project Delivery Team, ensuring all project details and documentation are properly transferred.
* Attend Pre-Tender Meetings to understand client requirements and ensure feedback is communicated internally.
* Attend Post-Tender Meetings to present the offer, engage in value engineering discussions, and address client queries.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
* A commercially-focused, self-motivated individual with the initiative and drive to succeed in the role.
* A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in an Estimator role, preferably with experience in HV & Renewable electrical projects.
* Strong proficiency in MS Excel, particularly in pricing projects.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work effectively within a team while also being capable of independent work.
* A strong grasp of commercial terms and conditions, and experience in negotiating terms to optimize project delivery.
* Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
* Strong logical and rational problem-solving skills.
* Eagerness to develop within the Estimator role and take on additional responsibilities, including supervisory or managerial tasks.
* Flexibility to attend pre- and post-tender meetings across Ireland.