Mechanical Estimator

You are a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Estimator looking to join the team based in Galway. You will play a central role in bidding for new contracts by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for mechanical engineering works across a diverse portfolio, including commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational and pharmaceutical sectors.

Your new company provide a full range of building services, from design and installation to maintenance, across sectors including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, hotels, education, and laboratories. Equipped with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications, the company operates in both new-build and live environments, delivering complex systems such as HVAC, steam, water, gas, controls, and renewable technologies.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephen at stephen@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Mechanical Estimator Skills:

• Third-level qualification (Level 7 or higher: diploma or bachelor’s degree) in Mechanical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Technology, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4–5 years’ experience as a mechanical estimator or similar role within mechanical contracting, building services, M&E projects, or industrial / commercial engineering.
• Demonstrated experience preparing tenders and detailed mechanical cost estimates on projects of varying complexity.
• Strong proficiency in take-off from drawings and use of estimating software (e.g. CostX, FastPIPE, M-Estimator, or similar) and MS Office—especially Excel.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, plant equipment, materials, and installation methodologies.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, in-house teams, and senior management.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders/projects concurrently and deliver under tight deadlines.

As a Mechanical Estimator:

• Develop comprehensive, accurate, and competitive cost estimates for mechanical systems (e.g. heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, steam, water, plumbing, pumps, chillers, boiler plant, controls, etc.) based on drawings, specifications, and scope descriptions.
• Perform detailed take-offs of mechanical quantities from design drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate buildability, material selection, construction methods, and potential risks; incorporate these into estimates and propose value-engineering or cost-saving suggestions.
• Prepare bills of quantities, tender schedules, and cost breakdown structure.
• Participate in early-stage tender development including preliminary costing, budgeting and option analysis.
• Liaise with suppliers, trade contractors, and subcontractors to obtain quotations and negotiate pricing and delivery terms.
• Ensure all estimates include appropriate allowances and reflect realistic assessment of risk—including contingencies, inflation, escalation, and uncertainties.
• Manage commercial and contractual aspects through the estimation phase: document variations, claims, inclusions/exclusions, and ensure proper internal approvals.
• Contribute to procurement planning—defining works packages, timings, and supply chain requirements.
• Monitor cost progression during tender stages and advise on budget variances.
• Attend internal tender review meetings, client/consultant meetings as required, and occasionally site visits to understand conditions and clarify scope.
• Keep cost databases, standard rates, and estimators’ templates up to date; ensure consistent cost coding and feedback loops post-tender/project award.
• Maintain awareness of market trends, material pricing shifts, labour rates, and emerging mechanical systems or technologies.

The Package:

Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary of at least €60,000 plus package.


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 stephen@breaghrecruitment.com or call us now on 00353(0)15314345.

The Breagh Team:

Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with Construction jobs across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work, and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates daily.

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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