Location Castlebar, Ireland Sector Building & Construction Salary 60,000.00 EU to 80,000.00 EU per annum
The Company
This growing Irish civil engineering contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across Ireland, with a particular focus on water, wastewater, utilities, and public realm developments.
With a healthy pipeline of secured work and continued expansion across the Irish market, they are looking to strengthen their pre‑construction team in Castlebar, Co Mayo with the appointment of an experienced Senior Estimator.
The Role: Senior Estimator
Based in Castlebar, Co Mayo, the Senior Estimator will play a key role within the tendering department, working closely with senior management, project teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure major civil engineering projects.
You will be responsible for preparing accurate and commercially competitive tenders across water infrastructure, wastewater, utilities, and civil engineering projects while ensuring all submissions align with client requirements and company objectives.
This is a commercially important position that offers genuine long‑term progression within an expanding contractor delivering essential infrastructure projects throughout Ireland.
Must Have Requirements
5+ years’ experience in an Estimator or Senior Estimator role within civil engineering or utilities projects
Proven experience preparing tenders for Irish construction or civil engineering projects
Strong knowledge of estimating, cost planning, subcontractor procurement, and tender documentation
Experience with water, wastewater, utilities, or infrastructure projects
Degree qualification in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline
Preferred Experience
Experience working with public sector contracts
Knowledge of value engineering and risk management processes
Experience using estimating software and digital tendering platforms
Strong understanding of Irish market rates and supply chains
Nice to Have
Chartered status or professional memberships
Experience managing junior estimators
Background working with a main contractor or specialist civil engineering contractor
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering, utilities, water, and wastewater projects
Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, and tender documentation
Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations
Conduct risk assessments and value engineering exercises
Work closely with operational teams to develop winning tender strategies
Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors during the tender process
Assist with bid submissions and tender presentations
Support project handovers to delivery teams following successful awards
Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and industry developments
Maintain accurate estimating records and cost databases
About You
You are an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong civil engineering background and a proven ability to produce accurate, commercially competitive tenders. You understand the Irish construction and infrastructure market and have hands‑on experience pricing water, wastewater, utilities, or large‑scale civil engineering works. You are commercially aware, detail‑focused, and comfortable working closely with project teams, suppliers, and senior management to secure new business opportunities. Strong communication skills, organisational ability, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving will be key to success in this role.
Salary
€60,000 to €80,000 DOE
Benefits
Pension
Performance‑related bonus
Healthcare contribution
Ongoing CPD and professional development
Career progression opportunities
Long‑term project pipeline
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join a well‑established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the Irish infrastructure sector. You'll work on major water, wastewater, utilities, and public realm projects while playing a key role in securing future work and contributing to the continued growth of the business. The company offers long‑term stability, genuine career progression, and the opportunity to become a senior figure within a growing estimating department.
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