M&E Estimator – Pharmaceutical Project (Dublin, Ireland)

Location: Dublin, Ireland
Sector: Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences / MEP / Mechanical & Electrical / Construction
Package: €95,000–€115,000 + Pension + Healthcare + Bonus + Career Progression

A leading international engineering contractor is seeking an experienced M&E Estimator to join their Dublin-based commercial team. The company delivers high-profile projects across the data centre, life sciences, and industrial sectors throughout Ireland and Europe.
 

This position focuses on a major pharmaceutical facility in Dublin, providing an opportunity to work within a dynamic pre-construction environment, supporting the full tendering and cost analysis lifecycle on complex MEP systems.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the pre-construction and commercial phases of a large-scale pharma project, preparing detailed and accurate mechanical and electrical estimates, analysing scope and risk, and supporting bid submissions in line with company and client standards.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical and electrical cost estimates for large-scale industrial and pharma projects.
• Analyse project specifications, drawings, and tender documentation.
• Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations.
• Develop accurate cost breakdowns and bills of quantities (BOQs) for M&E systems.
• Support value engineering exercises and alternative design proposals.
• Liaise with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure accurate scope coverage.
• Support bid strategy and tender submissions in coordination with senior commercial management.
• Assist in developing and maintaining estimating databases and cost libraries.
• Attend tender review meetings and provide cost input on design developments.
• Track project changes and variations during pre-construction stages.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in M&E estimating, preferably within pharma or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and installation methodologies.
• Experience with tendering, cost control, and value engineering.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Trimble, ConQuest, or similar).
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Dublin; hybrid work options available.

Benefits & Package

• Salary: €95,000–€115,000 (DOE).
• Pension scheme with employer contribution.
• Private healthcare coverage.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Long-term progression within a major international contractor.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.