Job Description

QS / Estimator (Electrical)(HV)
Location: Johnstown, Kildare
Working Type: Hybrid (after onboarding), with office-based work and occasional site visits.
Sector: Electrical (High Voltage/Medium Voltage - Substations, Solar, and Renewable Energy Projects)
Salary: €55,000 - €60,000+ (Can be higher depending on experience).
Benefits: Death in Service cover, Income Protection, Pension contributions (up to 4%), Annual salary reviews.
Additional Perks: Company vehicle and fuel card, hybrid working option after onboarding.
Work Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Role Overview:

A leading High Voltage/Medium Voltage engineering company is seeking an Intermediate QS/Estimator to join their growing Tendering and Estimating team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of nationwide projects while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage tender bids and support pre-contract activities, ensuring accuracy in cost estimations.
• Review tender documents, amendments, and extract information for subcontractor and material packages.
• Source and appraise quotes from subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring value and quality.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage pricing documents and tender logs.
• Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth communication during the tender process.
• Support the preparation of tender documentation, including finalising contracts and project cost plans.
• Conduct project handovers and attend meetings with the delivery team.
• Participate in post-tender negotiations, identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance future opportunities.
• Contribute to project risk identification and supply chain development.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 3-5+ years in Estimating/Quantity Surveying, ideally within the electrical or civil engineering sectors. Ideally 2+ Years in the Irish Industry. 
• Level 7 Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar/stronger.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project).
• Strong communication and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Benefits:

• Salary: €55,000 - €60,000+ (negotiable depending on experience).
• Work Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.
• Additional Benefits:
  • Death in Service and Income Protection cover.
  • Pension contributions up to 4%.
  • Annual salary reviews.
  • Company vehicle and fuel card (if travel is frequent).
• Hybrid Work Option: Available after the onboarding period.

For additional information and a confidential discussion, contact Shane Fleming at 083 0885073 or Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie. Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference SF-12684 in the title.

All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.