What are we looking for in our Electrical Estimator?
Exciting Opportunity Alert!! Looking for an Electrical Estimator for a Rapidly Growing Engineering Firm in Ballymount, Dublin 22
We are pleased to announce that we are currently seeking an Electrical Estimator to join the team. This position will be site-based in Dublin 22.
Managed by the Estimating Director, the Estimating Department is divided into three disciplines – Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA); Mechanical; and Electrical.
* Preparing estimates based on drawings and specifications
* Manage quantities and prepare a pricing document
* Obtain pricing for elements of the building from Irish and European subcontractors and suppliers
* Utilise spreadsheets to compare subcontractor’s bids and quotations, and to demonstrate reasoning for selecting subcontractors
* Assist in the maintaining of the cost data base
* Present the estimate to the Estimating Director, and to the Board of Directors, where and when required
* Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, etc)
* Keep informed with developments in the construction industry
* Participate in the development of procedures to ensure a high standard of quality control in the documents produced by the Estimating Department
* Co-operate with the application of quality assurance procedures
* Engage in personal development planning and performance review procedures, as required
* Perform other such duties appropriate to the position as may be assigned from time to time by Winthrop Management
* Ensure confidentiality is maintained with respect to all information obtained during employment, particularly with respect to information provided by, or obtained from, others
* Understand the requirement to achieve a high level of quality in the production of subcontractor tender documentation and Winthrop’s tender submission
* Understand the company’s high standards of safety
* Able to identify potential risks on a project
Requirements
o An Estimating or MEP QS background with at least 3 years’ satisfactory experience
o Possess an acceptable proficiency, both written and oral, in the English language
o Knowledge of tender process from start to finish
o Ability to work in a team environment on a tender and liase with CSA & mechanical estimators
o Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Suite
Apply now if you want to advance in your career in a supportive and thriving environment. We are excited to see how you can contribute to our team.