Electrical Estimator - Cork

You are an experienced Electrical Estimator, looking to join a well-established and growing electrical contractor delivering industrial and residential projects across Munster.

This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented estimator who enjoys working on tenders, pricing electrical packages, and supporting management with accurate costing and profitable bid decisions. You will play a key role in the full estimating process, from reviewing drawings and specifications through to preparing competitive tenders and improving internal estimating procedures.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ryan at ryan@breaghrecruitment.com / 01 531 4345.

Electrical Estimator Skills:

• Completed a post-secondary electrician training programme
  
  
• Qualification in Electrical, Construction, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar is advantageous
  
  
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and blueprints
  
  
• Sound knowledge of electrical codes and installation requirements
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
  
  
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines
  
  
• Strong communication skills with clients and internal stakeholders
  
  
• Customer-focused approach with professional tender communication skills
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating / costing tools (strong IT skills advantageous)
  
  
• Ability to review labour and material costs and identify best value solutions
  
  

As an Electrical Estimator:

• Analyse blueprints and drawings to determine cable runs, wire lengths, and suitable outlet placement in line with electrical codes
  
  
• Calculate the quantity, type, and cost of materials, fixtures, and equipment required for electrical installations
  
  
• Prepare accurate project take-offs and develop cost breakdowns for pricing and submission
  
  
• Determine project timelines and expected duration to support labour costing and bid planning
  
  
• Research and track current market pricing for materials, equipment, and subcontracted works
  
  
• Support management by assessing bid feasibility and projected profitability of projects
  
  
• Provide alternative solutions and value engineering options to improve project margins
  
  
• Complete and submit competitive project bids in line with agreed internal tender procedures
  
  
• Maintain and update cost databases to reflect fluctuating labour and material pricing
  
  
• Evaluate whether project components should be installed in-house or subcontracted based on cost and programme efficiency
  
  

The Package: Salary: Competitive Salary, alongside an attractive benefits package and long-term development opportunities.

Interviews are taking place this week, so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call us on 00353 (0)1 531 4345.

The Breagh Team:
Breagh Recruitment are specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with roles across Ireland and the UK, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work, and a bit of good old common sense.

Key roles we recruit for include Health & Safety Managers, M&E Project Managers, Construction Managers, M&E Site Engineers, M&E Quantity Surveyors, Civil Engineers, Site Agents, Estimators, Buyers, Bid Managers, and M&E Site Supervisors across Ireland and the UK.

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