Mechanical Estimator – Mayo

Building Staff Solutions (BSS) are recruiting an Estimator for a Building Services Engineering Contractor. They are currently building their team for the future and need a Mechanical or Building Services Estimator to take on a significant portion of the company’s estimating duties, eventually aspiring to the role of Head of Estimating. This is genuinely a great opportunity for career growth. Engineers with costing or value engineering experience are welcome to apply.

Job Description:

• Responsible for the production of the estimate/tender/quote submission documentation together with post contract variation evaluation.
• Management of both client and direct staff relationships is an essential part of this role.
• Provide advice on contractual claims.
• Proven ability to manage a team coupled with an excellent bid win ratio are key for the successful candidate
• Prepare and analyse costings for tenders
• You will have excellent people management and communication skills in order to motivate and develop staff, together with interacting with both client and customers.

Desired Experience & Qualification:

• Degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical trades background preferred – alternatively a qualification in quantity surveying or construction economics with significant mechanical knowledge will be desired
• 2-4 years’ relevant experience with a Contractor, preferably M&E
• Must have a good understanding of the Irish Construction Industry
• Must have some decent knowledge of HVAC equipment and supplies
• Commercial experience preferred but not essential
• Good communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Shows initiative
• Ability to work independently
• Good interpersonal and team-working skills are a must
• Result oriented.
• Strong personality required to negotiate on cost and contractual issues

If you are interested in this role, please click apply or contact BSS on 01 707 1012 today

Established in 2005, Building Staff Solutions (BSS) are one of Ireland’s leading outsourced solutions provider and recruitment specialists. We provide managed solutions within the construction and industrial sectors as well as temporary and permanent recruitment solutions for a variety of industries, providing qualified staff for short-term & permanent placements. BSS have a proven expertise in Construction, Industrial, Financial Services, Accountancy & Finance, Administrative Support and Sales & Marketing working with some of the largest companies and organisations in Ireland and the UK.