Mechanical Estimator

• Evaluate tender documents for commercial viability, technical risks, and competitiveness, and prepare detailed internal reports.
• Interpret and fully understand client tender documentation and project requirements.
• Accurately estimate labour, material, plant, and equipment costs.
• Issue detailed material and subcontractor enquiries for pre-designed projects and follow up to ensure timely return of quotations.
• Manage estimating processes and systems in coordination with the Line Manager, maintaining up-to-date labour rates and prime cost data.
• Prepare final tender submission packages, including drafting, compilation, and presentation for senior management approval.
• Liaise with the Procurement team and supply chain to ensure competitive subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Evaluate subcontractor and equipment quotations for compliance, scope coverage, and commercial value.
• Prepare project preliminaries based on programme duration, logistics, and project specifics.
• Consolidate final estimates with the Commercial team to finalise competitive bids.
• Support post-submission activities including clarification responses and feedback review.
• Conduct site surveys and walkdowns, assessing existing systems and incorporating findings into the tender return.

• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical estimating experience in the Irish construction market.
• Strong knowledge of the Irish supply chain and familiarity with local design consultants.
• Proven ability to independently develop mechanical tender submissions for complex projects valued at €3–5M+.
• A trade qualification, Quantity Surveying or Mechanical Engineering background is desirable.
• Experience in data centre and/or design & build projects is highly advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach.

Sensori Group