Senior Estimator

About Jacobs and the Role

Jacobs is dedicated to addressing critical global challenges by advancing thriving cities, resilient environments, operational progress, scientific breakthroughs, and state-of-the-art manufacturing. The Life Sciences team in Ireland is looking for a seasoned Senior Estimator to contribute to major capital investment initiatives within Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, and Biotech sectors. This role plays an integral part in crafting precise cost intelligence for some of the region's most expansive and complex projects.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience developing Engineers’ Estimates for EPCM-led projects, preferably in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Data Centre, or Semiconductor settings, combining technical expertise with commercial acumen to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfill estimating requirements for designated projects under the guidance of the Estimating Section Head.
• Produce accurate, timely, and client-aligned cost estimates that adhere to Jacobs’ standards.
• Cultivate strong professional relationships with project teams and client stakeholders.
• Ensure all deliverables meet scheduled timelines, allotted effort hours, and budget constraints.
• Drive continuous enhancements in estimating tools, templates, processes, and data integrity.
• Apply and standardize Operating Procedures for estimating activities across projects.
• Develop and implement estimate plans systematically for projects assigned.
• Conduct risk analysis and contingency evaluations on estimates.
• Present detailed estimates for review among project teams, senior managers, and clients.
• Maintain a centralized repository for benchmark data to track lessons learned and improve estimates.
• Facilitate Value Engineering and Risk Workshops to optimize projects.
• Support initiatives such as Capital Cost Trending, Jacobs Value Plus, and Jacobs Sustainability Plus.
• Ensure compliance with project management and client systems and requirements.
• Leverage digital platforms like Cost x, Navisworks, and Excel to enhance productivity and refining estimating tools.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields.
• Chartered status with Engineers Ireland, SCSI, or an equivalent body is advantageous.
• Significant experience in cost engineering, quantity surveying, or estimating including hands-on construction site exposure.
• Proven track record producing estimates for large-scale industrial projects, ideally in Life Sciences or high-tech sectors.
• Comprehensive understanding of EPCM project frameworks.

Additional Information

Jacobs is committed to fostering an inclusive culture built on safety, integrity, and belonging, prioritizing employee wellbeing and flexible working arrangements. The company advocates for diversity and accessibility, encouraging applications from candidates with varied backgrounds including those seeking flexible work options and those with disabilities. Jacobs supports a hybrid working model balancing remote and office/project site work to promote collaboration and culture.

Jacobs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility.