Construction Estimator

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Construction Estimator in Cahir, Ireland!

A Construction Estimator will join our commercial team, supporting the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for light gauge steel projects. Working closely with our contracts, design, and procurement teams, you will play a key role in turning design schemes into commercially sound proposals - from measuring drawings and developing budgets through to preparing final quote documents for client submission.

What you’ll do:

• Review design schemes and drawings to identify the most suitable light gauge steel solution for each project.
• Develop the Remagin solution by translating client briefs and designing information into a commercially viable proposal.
• Measure drawings and carry out accurate quantity take-offs using digital tools.
• Prepare detailed budget costs that are both competitive and commercially accurate.
• Prepare clear and professional quote documents for issue to clients.
• Work alongside contracts and design colleagues to review and refine estimates throughout the tender process.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure all material costs are accurately reflected in proposals.

What you’ll bring:

• Must be confident working with numbers and able to measure drawings accurately.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with formulas and organised spreadsheets.
• Must be able to read and understand basic construction drawings and technical information.
• Be able to read, write and speak in English to professional level.

Nice-to-have:

• Degree or Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience using a digital measure tool, such as Blue Beam, CostX or similar.

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).