Junior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – Mechanical Building Services

Job title: Junior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – Mechanical Building Services
Location: Co Mayo
Company: Established Mechanical Contractor
Package: €35,000 to €45,000 DOE package

The Company

This established mechanical contractor has built a strong reputation across the commercial, industrial, healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, delivering mechanical services projects throughout Ireland.

Based in Co Mayo, they continue to secure repeat business through quality delivery, strong technical expertise and a practical approach to project execution. With a growing order book and a steady pipeline of work, they are now looking to appoint a Junior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to support their pre-construction and commercial teams.

The Role: Junior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior construction professional to develop a career within mechanical building services estimating and quantity surveying.

Working alongside experienced estimators and senior management, you will be involved in the preparation of competitive tenders for a wide range of mechanical services projects. You will review drawings and specifications, complete take-offs, obtain supplier quotations and assist with tender submissions while gaining valuable commercial and technical experience.

The successful Junior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor will also have opportunities to attend site visits and client meetings as their experience develops.

Must Have Requirements

• Must have a Level 7 or Level 8 qualification in Quantity Surveying, Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering disciplin
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel is require
• Strong numerical and analytical skils
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Full right to work in Ireland

Preferred Experience

• Some experience in an estimating, quantity surveying or construction-related role
• Experience working within a mechanical, M&E or contracting environment
• Knowledge of construction drawings and technical specifications
• Familiarity with procurement and supplier engagement

Nice to Have

• Experience using estimating software
• Knowledge of piping and ventilation systems
• Experience using MS Project
• Understanding of mechanical building services projects

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings and specification documents for tender opportunities
• Carry out quantity take-offs for piping and ventilation ductwork systems
• Obtain and review quotations from suppliers and equipment manufacturers
• Enter quantities, rates and pricing information into estimating software
• Assist in preparing and issuing tender submissions and supporting documentation
• Support value engineering exercises where opportunities arise
• Attend site visits and client meetings as required
• Maintain tender registers and work-in-progress schedules
• Issue quotation requests to suppliers and subcontractors
• Manage tender filing, document control and record keeping
• Update estimating systems with revised pricing information
• Assist the commercial and estimating teams on multiple tenders and projects

About You

• Ambitious and motivated to build a career in estimating or quantity surveying
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Comfortable working with technical drawings and project documentation
• Commercially aware with an interest in project costs and procurement
• Highly organised with a methodical approach to work
• Keen to learn from experienced industry professionals
• Able to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

What’s on Offer

Salary: €35,000 to €45,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Structured mentoring and training programme
• Exposure to a wide range of mechanical services projects
• Clear progression to Estimator or Quantity Surveyor level
• Ongoing professional development support
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals
• Long-term career prospects within a growing contractor

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior professional to gain practical experience within the mechanical building services sector while developing valuable estimating and commercial skills.

You will join a supportive team environment where training, development and career progression are actively encouraged. The role offers exposure to all aspects of the tendering process and provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in construction and engineering.

How to Apply

Call Stephen Nugent on 015314345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment?

Breagh Recruitment specialise in recruiting Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, Mechanical Estimators, Junior Quantity Surveyors and Building Services professionals across Ireland.

We work with leading mechanical contractors, M&E specialists and construction companies, helping candidates secure opportunities that match their skills, experience and long-term career ambitions.

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