EP&R CIVIL ESTIMATOR (Energy, Power & Renewables)

EP&R CIVIL ESTIMATOR (Energy, Power & Renewables) Suir Engineering

Location: On site / Waterford, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering Civil
Salary: Competitive salary

We have an exciting opportunity for an Civil Estimator to join our EP&R Estimating Dept within Suir Engineering Ltd. This position will be based in the Waterford Office but can be a Hybrid Role. The EP&R Civil Estimator is responsible for the preparation, submission and management of tenders allocated. The main objective of this role is to achieve accurate net costs in accordance with the tender documents.

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative High Voltage, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in-house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly, and are delivering large scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden and Mainland Europe.

We recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

What you will be doing?

• Review tender drawings, specifications and other tender documents such as geotechnical reports and prepare summaries for tender review
• Complete take offs and prepare bill of quantities
• Prepare tender packages and issue to subcontractors and suppliers for quotation
• Undertake comparison of subcontractor, supplier, and specialist quotations.
• Organise and chair tender review meetings of subcontractor and supplier quotes
• Accurately quantify material, plant, and labour requirements.
• Prepare estimates utilising in house estimating software system or Microsoft Excel.
• Compile and issue tender queries and RFIs.
• Attend site surveys as required.
• Contribute to tender risk and opportunity registers.
• Preparation of tender documentation for submission.
• Attend precontract / post tender meetings.
• Be a Point of Contact / Bid Owner and company representative for the duration of the tender.
• Capable of taking a tender from inception to completion.
• Managing and prioritising civil aspects of tenders to meet client expectations and deadlines.
• Manage the civil aspects of RFI and Post Tender Clarification Process of the Bid.

Is this job for me?

• The successful candidate will need a minimum of 5 years' experience working as a Civil Estimator, Civil QS or Civil Engineer.
• The ability to read, interpret, understand and quantify specifications and drawings.
• Experience of computerised estimating software.
• The ability to think ahead, plan and prioritise workload.
• The ability to work with the minimum of supervision.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving.
• PC Skills: Computer literacy including MS Office.

In return from Suir

• 23 days annual leave
• Company Pension contributions - no waiting periods
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Life and Disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities.
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of workingis called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement.

• Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.
• Our people have a voice and feel empowered.
• We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.
• Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value.
• We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset our People