Quantity Surveyor - Estimator - HV/MV Consultancy - Kildare Office/Project Location : Naas Kildare Employment Type : Permanent Work Location : Office Based Pay: €60K -70K, depending on level of experience and negotiable for the right candidate, company benefits package.
Experience : 3+ years' experience in the Irish / UK market in a QS / Estimator experience working in a MV / HV organisation desirable Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required Our client provides high and medium voltage electrical design, installation, inspection, commissioning and maintenance services for bespoke and full turnkey solutions.
Due to increased growth they are is seeking to appoint a QS / Estimator to join the tendering/ estimating team.
The QS / Estimator is responsible for the co-ordination of tender big and pre-contract activities involving reviewing project documentation, take-off projects, handover and presentation of tender bid to team.
Check and acknowledge tender documents and amendments.
Abstract information into subcontract and material packages.
Select subcontract and material suppliers.
Ensure tendering processes are fully implemented.
Enter pricing document onto estimating system.
Rate up pricing document.
Answering queries from subcontractors/suppliers.
Liaise with Clients Team during tender process and arrange meeting if required.
Identify scope for design alternatives and value engineering, discussing with appropriate bid team members.
Appraise sub-contractor/supplier quotations.
Price up Prelims, in conjunction with management.
Highlight any areas of concern / risk in cost proposal.
Complete Form of Tender and tender letter with any qualifications Enter final tender information in tender log and ensure it is maintained.
Prepare information packages for handover to construction team, if successful.
Attend handover meeting and brief team on tender bid.
Develop client / specifier relationships to enhance opportunities to tender, negotiate and enhance tender margins.
Attend post tender negotiations with Client.
Cost Planning.
Undertake project debrief, eliciting feedback from sites, to improve construction.
Identification of project related risks.
Develop Supply Chain.
Requirements 3+ years experience in Estimating / QS Experience in a MV / HV organisation (desirable) A minimum of a Level 7 Degree in a relevant qualification, such as Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
Excellent project management and organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
Strong Microsoft Office package skills and knowledge Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines Package €60K-€70K salary, negotiable dependent on experience with a company benefit package Full-time permanent roles, 39 working hours per week.
Working hours; 8.30 – 5pm Mon – Thursdays and 8.30 – 4 on Fridays.