Job Summary
  • Wexford
  • Permanent
  • 5th October 2026
  • —
  • Ref ID: DK51737

Job Description

Mechanical Estimator

Location: Enniscorthy, Wexford
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: DOE

Osborne are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join an established Building Services Engineering contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator with strong mechanical services knowledge and commercial awareness to join a dynamic, team-focused environment. The successful candidate will have proven experience in mechanical tendering and pricing projects up to €10 million.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyse tender documentation, specifications and drawings to establish project requirements.
  • Prepare accurate and competitive mechanical tenders, including detailed costing of labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs.
  • Quantify project requirements and issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Work closely with procurement and the supply chain to ensure accurate and competitive tender pricing.
  • Maintain estimating systems, databases, labour norms and cost information.
  • Prepare tender packs and supporting documentation for review and approval.
  • Assist with the preparation of contractor proposals, programmes, organisation charts and other tender documentation.
  • Cost project preliminaries based on contract duration and requirements.
  • Collaborate with the commercial and estimating teams to compile and submit final bids.
  • Follow up on tender submissions and support the process through to contract stage.
  • Identify and develop value engineering opportunities to add value and improve project outcomes.
  • Attend client meetings and site visits as required.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Ensure all estimating activities are completed in line with company processes and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Trade background or relevant technical qualification.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in mechanical estimating or a similar role.
  • Proven experience pricing mechanical projects up to €10 million.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical building services.
  • Excellent financial and budgetary awareness.
  • Strong commercial and analytical skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software, ideally Trimble.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
  • Results-driven approach with strong organisational and time-management skills.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of  Daniel Kirwan or email daniel.kirwan@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
Please submit your updated CV in Word Format
If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    Job Summary
    • Wexford
    • Permanent
    • 5th October 2026
    • —
    • Ref ID: DK51737