Electrical Estimator – Data Centre & Pharma Projects

Electrical Estimator – Electrical Contractor / Data Centre & Pharma Projects
Trim, Co. Meath
Leading Irish Electrical & Instrumentation Contractor
€80,000 – €90,000 DOE 

The Company
This well-established Irish electrical and instrumentation contractor has built a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-value projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. Known for their work in data centres, pharmaceutical, life sciences and advanced manufacturing sectors, they specialise in full turnkey solutions from design through to commissioning.

With a strong pipeline of international projects and continued expansion into high-growth sectors, they offer a collaborative and performance-driven environment where engineers and commercial professionals are supported to progress their careers.

The Role – Electrical Estimator
This Electrical Estimator role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale, technically challenging projects across data centre, pharma and healthcare sectors. Based in Trim with some project interaction, you will take ownership of the full tendering process from initial enquiry through to final submission and project handover.

You will play a key role in securing major projects, working closely with internal teams and senior stakeholders to deliver accurate, competitive and commercially sound estimates that directly impact business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Tendering on large-scale electrical projects across data centre, pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors
• Managing the full tendering lifecycle from enquiry through to submission and handover
• Preparing detailed take-offs and cost estimates from drawings and specifications
• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying risks, gaps and opportunities
• Developing value engineering options to enhance competitiveness
• Coordinating with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate submissions
• Attending pre and post tender meetings with clients and stakeholders
• Supporting project teams through handover on successful tenders

About You

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an electrical estimating or contracting environment
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and construction processes
• Experience with take-offs, cost planning and tender preparation
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work both independently and within a team
• Experience in instrumentation or BMS is advantageous but not essential

What’s on Offer
Salary: €80,000 – €90,000 DOE

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Estimator to join a contractor delivering some of the most in-demand project types across Europe, including data centres and pharmaceutical builds. The role offers exposure to large-scale international projects and clear progression into senior estimating or commercial roles.

You will be part of a company that invests heavily in its people, with strong technical support and the chance to work on complex, high-value tenders that will significantly develop your commercial and technical expertise.

How to Apply
If you’re interested in this Electrical Estimator role, send your CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call 015314345 for a confidential discussion.

Why Breagh Recruitment?
At Breagh Recruitment, we specialise in placing Electrical Estimators across Ireland’s leading electrical contractors, particularly within high-growth sectors such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, and large-scale industrial projects. We understand what makes a strong Electrical Estimator and work closely with candidates to match them with roles that offer real progression and long-term career value.

If this Electrical Estimator role isn’t the right fit, we also have opportunities for Junior Estimators, Senior Electrical Estimators, M&E Estimators, and Commercial Engineers across Ireland and Europe.


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