Senior Electrical Estimator - Ireland - Suir Engineering

Description

Location: On site / Waterford, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | Electrical

Salary: Negotiable Salary

About Us:

Since the 1950s, Leo Lynch has been providing the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, industrial, food, commercial and retail industries with professional project management and high caliber craftsmanship.

At Leo Lynch, we build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world's leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies that connect people, communities and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Leo Lynch employs the best people, invests heavily in training and education, and ensures that the highest standards of health, safety and governance are applied throughout the organisation.

About the role:

Reporting to the Estimating Manager and as an integral part of the estimating team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate electrical cost estimates ensuring timely submission of tenders. You will become proficient in the use of cost estimating software with training provided. You will work on tenders for projects such as Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Semi-Conductor, Commercial, etc across UK, Europe and Ireland.

• Conduct in-dept reviews of tender documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, etc.
• Ensure quantity take-offs and mark up measured drawings are accurately prepared.
• Request, manage and evaluate supplier and sub-contractor quotations.
• Issue tender queries and RFIs.
• Prepare costed bill of quantities.
• Prepare tender reports, tender pricing schedules and other tender return documents.
• Advise on potential value engineering opportunities.
• Attend meetings and site visits are when required.
• Adhere to tender return deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and wider project teams.
• Manage electrical estimators and delegate team workload.
• Other related tasks as instructed

Candidate requirements:

• 10 to 20 years Electrical Estimating Experience with at least 3-5 years as Senior Electrical Estimator
• Degree in either Electrical, Building Services Engineering or other related field.
• Previous experience working on UK tenders is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience using Trimble MEP cost estimating software is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous electrical cost estimating experience in a contracting environment with experience of delivering tenders from enquiry to award stage is essential.
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of MS Office.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems including ELV, LV & MV/HV, distribution boards, power distribution & cabling, data & telecommunications, fire detection & alarm, containment, vertical transport, lighting & emergency lighting, earthing & bonding, CCTV, security & access control, lightning protection, back up power generation, battery energy storage, transformers, etc.
• Good knowledge of different electrical cables, materials and supplier streams.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, preform accurate take-offs, and prepare detailed BOQs.
• Ability to manage own workload, team workload and meet deadlines.
• Must display excellent time management, communication, numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Problem solving skills with attention to detail and multitasking abilities.

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