Senior Estimator Construction in Belfast

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Due to continued growth in our Infrastructure team, we are looking to appoint experienced Senior Estimators to work with our clients on the delivery of exciting projects. Acting as a key figure in preparing detailed cost estimates, analysing project documents, and evaluating risks and opportunities. The role holder is responsible for communicating findings and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely project cost management.

The Senior Estimator is responsible for the review of estimate data and finalising unit cost pricing. The role holder will collaborate with engineers, supervise cost estimates, train junior estimators, and support the reporting cycle for estimate changes. The role holder will coordinate with the project management and engineering functions throughout the estimate development process.

• Analyse documents, drawings, and project plans to identify factors that may influence project cost.
• Provide continuous evaluation of estimates to determine the potential risks or opportunities that may influence the completion of the project to ensure it remains within budget.
• Communicate cost estimating deliverables and findings to senior management, contractors, and vendors through presentations and reports.
• Obtain accurate and up-to-date pricing information from databases, contractors, and suppliers to support estimate preparation, ensuring data accuracy and reliability.
• Review and finalise estimates to reflect current market conditions and specific project conditions.
• Collaborate proactively with the MetroLink organisation to gain a clear understanding of the project scope to support estimate preparation and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Provide continuous training and mentorship to junior and intermediate level estimators.
• Review contract documents to understand scope of work and cost allowances for scope changes.

5+ years experience conducting cost management and estimation on active civil, rail/transit, airport, or commercial construction projects. Knowledge of various types of contracting methods such as Design/Bid/Build (DBB), Design Build (DB), Construction Management At Risk (CMAR), Guarantee Maximum Price (GPM) etc. Experience with estimating software such as Candy, CostX, or similar. Tangible experience of implementing the costing and estimating frameworks within a PMO function. Experience in large civil engineering projects in the rail, water or aviation sectors; we will also consider candidates who have experience on other large civil engineering infrastructure projects.

Strong understanding of Information Technology in the performance of work including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat and the Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to identify and assess potential risks and opportunities. Proficiency in negotiating with vendors and contractors. Precision in preparing detailed estimates and reviewing project documents. Strong knowledge of estimation and project management software. Ability to supervise, train and mentor junior and intermediate estimators. Skill in identifying and resolving issues that may impact project costs. Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying is preferable but not required.

What we offer you:

• Full time
• Hybrid working
• Healthcare scheme
• Competitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits
• Pension
• 25 days Annual leave (23 days + 2 company days)
• Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects
• Career development opportunities both in Ireland and globally
• Opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.