• Permanent
  • Galway

BSS Building Staff Solutions

Construction Estimator (Junior)

Location: Galway office

Salary: €40,000 – €55,000 per annum, depending on experience

Role level: Junior estimator or construction graduate with estimating exposure

Employment: Permanent, full-time
Ref BSSPRO1 47726

The Opportunity

A busy Galway-based construction contractor is looking to appoint a Junior Estimator to strengthen its in-house tendering team. The role offers exposure to a varied pipeline of commercial construction, refurbishment, fit-out and maintenance projects, with support from experienced colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with reviewing tender documents, drawings, specifications and bills of quantities.
  • Prepare take-offs and support the compilation of competitive tender estimates.
  • Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers, follow up quotations and maintain enquiry records.
  • Compare quotations and assist in identifying scope gaps, exclusions and tender risks.
  • Maintain pricing records and organise tender submissions and supporting documents.
  • Work with senior estimators, quantity surveyors and project delivery teams.

Candidate Requirements

  • Relevant construction, quantity surveying, engineering or related qualification desirable.
  • Some construction estimating, tendering or site experience beneficial; suitable graduates considered.
  • Good numerical ability, attention to detail and confidence working with spreadsheets.
  • Ability to read construction drawings or willingness to develop this skill.
  • Organised, proactive and comfortable communicating with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Able to work from the Galway office.

Apply

Apply through this jobs board or contact michael@buildstaff.ie 086 210 7555  in confidence.
Please include an up-to-date CV and details of your availability.

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