Fire Protection Estimator
Mercury
Builds and manages complex engineering and construction projects for leading global corporations.
Cost estimating and tender management for fire protection systems and related projects.
10 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,919 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Life Sciences
Data Centres
Technology
Mechanical Services
Pharmaceutical
Oil & Gas
Utilities
Manufacturing
Role
Description
cost submissions
tender estimates
quote compliance
take-offs
market reporting
value engineering
- Complying specialist sub-contract quotes.
- Preparation of cost submissions for all forms of fire protection systems, including sprinkler protection, gas suppression, water mist, hose-reels, fire hydrant and dry riser systems.
- As part of an established team of Fire Protection professionals the successful candidate will be involved reviewing incoming tender enquiries and prepare cost estimates based on required design standards and specification requirements for all sustainability, small works and maintenance projects.
- Ensuring sub-contractor quotes comply with specification.
- Attending pre & post tender interviews.
- Prepare cost submissions for contract variations, including all back up data to ensure smooth transition at final account stage.
- Report regularly to management on competitor activity, market trends and any other market dynamics that may be useful to management.
- Liaising with Fire Protection Commercial / Sustainability Team
- Liaise with site teams to ensure scope of works are fully captured and understood.
- Advising managers of bid prospects.
- Assist on project cost estimating and value engineering, as appropriate.
- Completing take-offs from tender drawings/site job cards etc.
Requirements
5+ years
estimation
fire protection
sprinkler design
lpc
construction ops
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum 5 years’ experience in estimation Role.
- Professional qualification in Fire Protection, Sprinkler Design and Hydraulic Calculations
- Professional certification (i.e. LPC or VdS Certification, NFPA Training etc)
- Travel will be required for this position.
- Previous experience in Construction Operations.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1972
Year Established
The company was established in 1972 by Frank O’Kane and Joe Morgan in Dublin.
€500M Revenue
Annual Turnover
The company generates over €500 million in annual revenue through large-scale, high-tech projects.
€25M Milestone
Recent Project Achievement
Recently completed a significant €25 million hyperscale data center facility.
25+ Countries
Global Reach
The company has successfully completed projects in over 25 countries worldwide.
- Delivers complex engineering and construction projects—often turnkey mechanical, electrical, and commissioning works—across Europe and beyond.
- Their specialisms span mechanical and electrical engineering, sprinkler and fire-protection systems, data-center infrastructure, and commissioning services.
- The company’s history is marked by early adoption of BIM, prefabricated modular construction, and digital commissioning platforms—underscoring its tech-driven edge.
Culture + Values
- WORK SAFE | HOME SAFE
- BRAVE
- DYNAMIC
- MAKE IT HAPPEN
Environment + Sustainability
Top 25% Ranked
Sustainability Ranking
The company is recognized for its responsible business practices, ranking in the top 25% of companies globally as rated by EcoVadis.
50%+ Certified
Green Building Projects
Over half of the company's projects are pursuing LEED and BREEAM certifications, highlighting its commitment to sustainable construction practices.
33k kg CO₂ Neutralized
Carbon Offset Initiative
The company has neutralized 33,000 kilograms of carbon dioxide through its tree-planting program, contributing to global reforestation efforts.
100% Green Electricity
Energy Supply
All Irish offices and facilities operate on entirely green electricity, reducing the company's reliance on fossil fuels.
- Achieved zero waste to landfill on projects across Ireland, UK, Italy, France, Netherlands, Poland and Belgium
- Implemented Smart Waste tracking system to measure CO₂ emissions and waste data in real time
- Disclosed environmental impact through CDP since 2020
Inclusion & Diversity
40+ nationalities
Global workforce diversity
The company's global workforce is comprised of employees from over 40 different nationalities.
2024 Gender Pay Gap Reports
Transparency in pay equity
The company has published Gender Pay Gap Reports in Ireland and France for 2024 to promote pay equity.
10 years
Career development support
Group mentoring programmes are available for staff in their first 10 years of their careers.
- Executive-driven Diversity & Inclusion Policy embedded across employee lifecycle
- Hosts talks, events and courses to support women in construction and improve gender equality
- Group mentoring programmes for women and foreign nationals
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