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Senior Estimator

John PaulWorkableDublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Posted 23 JunFound 20 OctSeen 2 hours ago

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The Posting

At John Paul Construction we believe every project is an opportunity to improve on what’s gone before. To foster that mindset, we hire the brightest and best in the industry, encourage a collaborative approach, and embrace innovative thinking and new technology.

Due to continued expansion, we require a Senior Estimator to join our successful preconstruction team.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage the preparation of timely detailed cost estimates in support of tender bids.
  • Engage with the supply chain during the tender process to secure accurate pricing for packages of works.
  • Ensure effective handover of tender estimates to project teams when the contract has been awarded.
  • Maintain a strategic oversight of macro conditions in developing bid-winning strategies.
  • Mentor and coach the estimators to assist the development of their careers within Estimating.

Requirements

  • Relevant Third level BSc in Quantity Surveying
  • Minimum 10+ years’ experience as a building estimator, more recently as a Senior Estimator
  • Previous experience with a main contractor (ideally Residential, RC Frame, Retail/Commercial, Pharma, Data Centres, Hi-Tech)
  • Analytical approach to estimating
  • Ability to prioritise work requirements
  • IT Skills – MS Office packages and database experience
  • Ability to work well within a team and to collaborate with others

Benefits

As a permanent employee of John Paul Construction, you will benefit from:

  • Competitive salary
  • Company vehicle or travel allowance
  • Relocation allowance (where applicable)
  • Company laptop and phone
  • Pension
  • Life insurance and income protection
  • Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
  • Access to lifestyle benefits such as the Bike to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Sports & Social Club, and more

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Facts

Source
Workable
External id
AF7B0FD035
Location
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Remote
Not stated
Posted
23 Jun 2026
First seen
20 Oct 2026, 10:57
Last seen
2 Nov 2026, 07:28
Status
Not yet added
Posting id
92885bd3-3f1f-568c-a884-1728cfada762