Senior Estimator - Carlow, Ireland - FLI Precast Solutions

Description

FLI Precast Solutions is at the forefront of innovation and engineering in the precast manufacturing industry, delivering high-quality solutions across Ireland, UK and Europe. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, sustainability and customer satisfaction.

We have an exciting vacancy for a Senior Estimator to join our busy and expanding team here at FLI Precast Solutions, a leading precast manufacturer. This is the ideal opportunity for candidates seeking a dynamic role working with bespoke, state-of-the-art and innovative projects. Reporting to the Estimations Manager, the chosen candidate will join a supportive team that will help them to thrive and make an impact in the world of construction while playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of our projects.

If you are passionate about construction and are eager to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you Join us at FLI Precast Solutions and be part of our journey to redefine precast excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for precast concrete projects, considering materials, labour, equipment, and other factors.
• Collaborate closely with the sales, design, and production teams to ensure alignment on project requirements and timelines.
• Analyse project specifications, drawings and other documentation to understand scope and identify potential risks or opportunities.
• Conduct thorough quantity take-offs and cost analysis to optimise project profitability.
• Utilise industry knowledge and best practices to provide value engineering suggestions and cost-saving solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Participate in bid reviews, negotiations and presentations to clients as needed.
• Liaise directly with our sales team, engineers, project managers, operations team and estimating manager to develop an understanding of the optimum solution for the project.
• Present technical and commercial proposals to the sales team for submission to clients.
• Create bill of pricing for projects to bring forward for commercial review internally.
• Manage estimating list of required submissions to a timeline.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in estimating within the construction or precast industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and interact with clients and suppliers.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of precast manufacturing processes and construction methods an advantage.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience.
• 23 days annual leave.
• Hybrid working option available.
• Company pension plan with matched employer contributions.
• Death in service benefit.
• Educational Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on employee development and wellbeing.

About FLI:

FLI Precast Solutions design and manufacture precast concrete elements for a variety of applications in the Data, Energy, Water and Aviation Industries in Ireland, UK and Europe. We provide a service to clients which allows traditional in-situ built concrete infrastructure such as large chambers, tanks, cable troughs, architectural retaining walls, piers and other heavy civils products to be manufactured off site within our three production halls at our twenty-two-acre plant in Ballon, Co. Carlow.

Our core values include prioritising safety, whilst providing both quality service and product through our focus on our people, teamwork and efficiency. FLI build relationships with clients by adding value through their creative approach to solving problems and delivering projects on time in a flexible, dependable, supportive and reliable manner. Our customers benefit from FLI's depth of knowledge, range of experience and attention to detail in terms of working with clients to create solutions. FLI are focused on creating opportunities for personal and professional growth amongst our staff in order to continue responding and adapting to the ever-changing global marker and provide an exceptionable service level to our customers. We are committed to building trusting relationships with our staff, valuing their contribution to business success while also assisting them in reaching fulfilment of their personal and career objectives.

About FLI

Ballon is charming rural village at the foot of the Blackstairs Mountains surrounded by archaeological attractions including motte and bailey, ringforts, cashels, standing stones and holy wells, and less than an hour drive from some of the stunning beaches and attractions of Wexford. The village is a 15-minute drive to Carlow town with its host of shops, restaurants and bars, 10 minutes from the nearest motorway, 60 minutes from Rosslare Harbour and 75 minutes from Dublin Airport making it easily accessible for domestic and overseas travel.

FLI Precast Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.