Senior Estimator | Collen Construction Ireland

Senior Estimator | Collen Construction Ireland Home Sectors ProjectsCareers About News Contact Job Description We are seeking a highly driven Senior Estimator to support our preconstruction and bid activities. This role is well suited to an individual who values autonomy and is keen to support a growing region while helping to develop our commercial offering through a broader supply chain. Key Requirements Core Skill Set The ability to work as part of a team to manage the bid from tender enquiry end to final submission Ability to lead all estimating aspects of a tender throughout the bid process Appreciation of clients and their associated client drivers is beneficial Experience 10+ years’ experience in a similar role Education Education equivalent to EQF Level 6 within quantity surveying, however other educational backgrounds will be considered As a member of the estimating team, you will be required to have an open and adaptable approach to developing solutions, together with excellent communication and collaboration skills. You will be key member of the preconstruction team, shaping project win strategy. You will work with local resources, regional commercial teams and the estimating department based in Dublin. The role will be based in our Copenhagen Office in Høje Taastrup 2630, working within the estimating department, in the preconstruction division, supporting projects across the European Region. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Estimating Director in Dublin, working closely with the Preconstruction Manager in Denmark, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Managing the tender bid from receipt of tender enquiry to submission of final bid Manage and Co-ordinate a team on large bids Undertaking careful inspection of tender documents including bills of quantities, specifications, contract etc Working closely with the Estimating Team in the preparation of tender enquiries for issue to the market Working within the agreed procurement strategy Collating quotes for comparison and selection for inclusion in the priced tender Conducting risk identification, value management and cost control Meeting with key stakeholders and subcontractors throughout the tender period Developing standard prelim allowances for inclusion in the priced tender Working closely with the Bid and Contracts Managers and wider Operations Team to determine site logistics and prelim allowances Preparing budgets and cost plans in a similar manner to priced tenders Presenting the priced tender to the Board of Directors at adjudication stage Preparing for pre / post tender meetings Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use; and assessing the implications of health and safety regulations The ability to work independently, and prepare tenders while meeting strict deadlines Preparing a project handover file and presenting to the project team Host collaborative workshops with the regional commercial staff, to ensure pricing of work is reflective of the market conditions Other duties Assisting with growing the regional supply chain by meeting suppliers and diversifying our approach to procurement Producing localised benchmark data for projects and packages to assist with pricing verification and trend tracking Other requirements Strong written and spoken English communication skills Danish, Swedish, Finnish or other European language is beneficial Right to work in Denmark preferred. Support with permit application process will be provided Periodic travel will be required throughout Europe Why Collen? Work as part of a diverse team delivering exceptional quality work. Work on projects and with colleagues across Europe, growing and developing the business Join an established business with over 200 years’ experience delivering construction projects The position carries the opportunity for career progression and is a great opportunity to help develop the Estimating Team in Denmark Opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting projects across Europe, working with enthusiastic colleagues and for some of the biggest global brands Summary of skills Excellent communicator Willingness to take ownership of the compilation of complex bids A high attention to detail Good understanding of digital construction tools Thrive in a busy environment whilst working on multiple projects simultaneously Deadline driven with strong and effective time management skills Ability to multitask and prioritise workload Interested in this role in Copenhagen? If you are ready to join our team, we would be delighted to hear from you. Do you have questions before applying? Contact Hiring Manager Owain James, +45 52 39 24 04 between 0900 and 1600 DK time. Please note: We only accept applications through the job advert or website Please tell us about your relevant experience and why you would like to join Collen Recruitment Agency support is not required for this role. We kindly ask agencies not to contact us regarding this vacancy. Why Choose Collen? Career path framework aligned with your discipline Mentoring from industry experts and leadership exposure International project opportunities across Ireland, UK, Sweden, Denmark and Finland Access to LMS with tailored content Membership with professional bodies to help you build your network Inclusive culture driven by values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership & Sustainability × This website uses cookies Strictly necessary Performance Targeting Functionality Save & Close Accept all Decline all Show details Hide details Cookie declaration About cookies Strictly necessary Performance Targeting Functionality Strictly necessary cookies allow core website functionality such as user login and account management. The website cannot be used properly without strictly necessary cookies. 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