COPIUS GROUP
Estimator / Buyer
Job Description
Location:Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
Salary:Competitive, depending on experience
Working arrangement:Office based Monday to Thursday, with working from home on Fridays
Reports to:Commercial Director
The role
Copius Group is a rapidly expanding international contractor delivering electrical, mechanical and civil projects across the UK, Europe and beyond. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a motivated Estimator / Buyer to join our commercial team and play a key role in supporting project success from tender stage through to procurement
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with estimating, procurement or commercial experience who
wants to accelerate their career within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You’ll work closely with our Commercial Director, gaining exposure across multiple disciplines while developing valuable skills in estimating, tendering, procurement and commercial management. An electrical background or previous experience in electrical estimating would be particularly beneficial.
Key responsibilities
- Complete quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications and other tender information.
- Prepare bills of quantities and supporting pricing schedules.
- Prepare and issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors.
- Obtain, review and compare quotations, identifying scope gaps, exclusions and qualifications.
- Assist with preparing estimates, tender submissions and commercial clarifications.
- Support the selection, negotiation and procurement of subcontract packages.
- Procure electrical materials and equipment, while also supporting mechanical and civil buying.
- Prepare purchase orders and assist with subcontract documentation in line with company approval procedures.
- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors on pricing, availability, lead times and delivery requirements.
- Work with project teams to ensure purchases meet the required scope, specification, budget and programme.
- Maintain accurate records of quotations, pricing, orders and procurement commitments.
- Identify potential cost savings and alternative supply options for review by the commercial team.
Essential experience and skills
- A minimum of two years relevant experience in estimating, buying, procurement or a similar construction commercial role is required.
- Ability to complete quantity take-offs and prepare bills of quantities.
- Experience obtaining and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Good numerical skills, attention to detail and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Clear communication skills and a professional approach to suppliers, subcontractors and colleagues.
- A willingness to develop knowledge across electrical, mechanical and civil packages.
- Must live within commutable distance of our Newtownabbey office and be able to attend Monday to Thursday.
Desirable experience
- An electrical trade, technical or construction background.
- Previous involvement in electrical estimating or electrical procurement.
- Experience supporting subcontract procurement and commercial negotiations.
- Familiarity with estimating or digital take-off software.
- A relevant qualification in electrical engineering, quantity surveying, construction or procurement.
What we offer
- A competitive salary depending on experience.
- Working from home on Fridays.
- The opportunity to develop estimating and procurement skills across multiple construction disciplines.
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