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A large building main contractor, with an excellent reputation for delivering high profile construction projects across Ireland, is now in the market for a junior estimator for their Galway office. Ideally, you will have at least one year of relevant experience, and you will be involved in various projects across a number of sectors, including Commercial & Fit-Out, Civic & Amenity, Education, Conservation & Restoration, Healthcare, Pharma & Industrial, Tourism & Leisure, Residential.

The role also provides you with training using the most up-to-date estimating techniques and software. You will work as part of the tender bid team in conjunction with the Technical and Project Coordination Departments to thoroughly scrutinise project tender requirements, review scope, assessment of costing requirements and analysis of data received to assist in the preparation of tender costs proposals, all the time marketing the company brand.

The Role
Junior Estimator working under the guidance of Senior Estimators with responsibilities for :-
• Review and assessment of tender documentation including interpreting drawings, specifications, reports and general scope of works requirements.
• Preparation of consultant, subcontractor and material packages for pricing using the latest estimating software.
• Review and preparation of consultant, subcontractor and materials cost analysis for cost comparison purposes.
• Continuous management of tender documents.
• Pricing and review of preliminary items for review by senior management.
• Assistance in the completion and return of tender documents.
• Assistance in the preparation of project handover reports including collation of the necessary and associated documentation.
• Preparation and maintenance of estimating data for reports and tender application.

The Person
• Ideally be from a main contractor background with relevant onsite operations experience and/or good technical knowledge.
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• Good ability to read drawings, specifications and reports with the capability to assess issues and risk.
• Clear and concise communicator with an aptitude for problem-solving and thinking outside the box.
• Capable of working on his/her own initiatives and as part of a team.
• Able to work accurately and efficiently while managing own time to meet critical deadlines.
• Relevant diploma or degree level qualification in Quantity Surveying, Engineering or Construction related discipline.
• Be proficient in word and excel and a knowledge of conquest is a plus.
• Hold a valid driving licence.

What you need to do now

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