Lead Estimator, Kildare

Design Build Search are working with a global leading construction and Engineering company who continue to growth throughout Ireland and Europe. Due to a strong pipeline of work and growth plans they have an opening for a lead/Senior Estimator. The successful applicant will be based In our clients Maynooth office. However, there will be regular travel to sites throughout Europe.

Location:
Ireland, UK and Europe

Projects:
Data centre, pharma and logistics

Minimum:
Degree Qualified in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field
10+ years with a main contractor
Previous experience on DC, Pharma and industrial projects
Previous experience on €30m+ projects
 
Main Duties and Responsibilities for the Lead Estimator: 

• Appraisal of tender documents 

• Preparation of material and sub-contract enquiries including selection of prospective subcontractors 

• Attending meetings with project team 

• Site visits to identify site specific risks 

• Contribute to the design development process and attend design team meetings 

• Preparation of analytical cost estimates including preliminaries 

• Prepare budgets and cost plans 

• Adjudication and comparison of sub-contractor quotations 

• Initiate technical queries and ensure design sufficiently developed to ensure accurate costings 

• Risk management throughout the tender period and preparation of the tender Risk Register 

• Value engineering throughout the design phase of design and build projects 

• Attend pre-qualification, mid tender and post tender interviews 

• Presentation of the tender to senior management at tender settlement meetings including the highlighting major commercial issues 

• Completion of tender documentation and submission of the tender 

• Ensure a smooth handover of the project to the site team 

• Training and management of trainee estimators