Electrical Estimator, Waterford

Design Build Searcha are working with a rapidly expanding electrical contractor both in Ireland and the UK. Due to growth across both regions, they have an opening for an Electrical Estimator. The successful applicant will be based in our clients Waterford office with occasional travel to the UK required.

Essential:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as an Estimator or Electrical Engineer performing an Estimator role with well-established general contractor
• Experience on Pharmaceutical, Industrial, Power Generation, Oil & Gas industry preferable.
• Extensive knowledge in electrical works
• Strong analytical, mathematical and general IT skills
• Accurate & able to work alone
• Experience of working under pressure
• A proven track record

Requirements:

• Turning specifications and tender information into quotations.
• Ensure that tender documents are correct and technically accurate
• Timely preparation of and submission of electrical tenders
• Attend site visits and client briefings
• Work closely with clients and other colleagues to review tenders and handovers
• Finalisation of all tender bids and to attend pre order meetings to secure contracts and hand over to Project Managers
• Working to tight deadlines
• Liaising with customers to review, interpret, and understand customer electrical specifications/requirements
• Maintain electrical specification confirmations for all contracts, identifying and costing for upcharges and requesting concessions
• Developing key relationships with supply chain and with customers / specifies.