Estimator (Civils) – Dublin | Tier 1 Contractor
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The Opportunity
A Tier 1 Contractor delivering major civils, infrastructure, and enabling works across Dublin is
seeking an experienced Civils Estimator to join its pre-construction team. This role focuses on
pricing groundworks, RC structures, drainage, utilities, roads, and remediation works.
Key Responsibilities
Civils Tender Pricing
Prepare detailed cost estimates for civils and infrastructure works from feasibility through to tender
submission.
Measure quantities from drawings, specifications, surveys, and ground investigation reports.
Build up rates considering labour, plant, materials, temporary works, and methodology.
Risk, Methodology & Temporary Works
Assess ground conditions, constraints, and risk allowances.
Input into construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works strategy.
Price risk appropriately with commercial and planning teams.
Supply Chain Engagement
Prepare and issue enquiries to specialist civils subcontractors and suppliers.
Analyse returns, identify scope gaps, and level pricing.
Engage early with the supply chain to understand market capacity and risk.
Commercial & Technical Interface
Work with Bid Managers, Planners, Engineers, and Commercial teams.
Participate in risk workshops and value engineering exercises.
Challenge design assumptions where cost or programme can be improved.
Reporting & Handover
Prepare tender reports for senior management review.
Support post-tender clarifications and negotiations.
Provide detailed handover to site and commercial teams following award.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Civils Estimator with a main or civils contractor.
Background pricing groundworks, RC, drainage, utilities, roads, or enabling works.
Strong understanding of construction methodology and temporary works.
High level of commercial awareness and risk judgement.
Confident IT skills including estimating software and Excel.
Salary & Package
Salary range: €80,000 – €100,000 DOE
Pension, life insurance, and income protection.
Laptop and phone provided.
Funded CPD and progression into Senior Civils Estimator or Pre-Construction roles. xyswxtq
Next Steps
Confidential discussions welcomed. Further details available upon request