Senior MEICA Estimator
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3541 (86% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2122 (Mechanical engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
2122 Mechanical engineers Also possible | £33,400 | £37,400 | £42,100 | £46,800 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Senior MEICA Estimator/Engineer
Coffey is seeking a Senior MEICA Estimator/Engineer to lead the MEICA estimating and tender-stage design coordination for major water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to play a key role in developing competitive, technically robust tenders while working closely with civil, design and proposals teams.
Benefits
Competitive salary | Employer pension contribution | Discounted healthcare plans | Maternity and paternity pay | Career development | Long-term opportunities
The Senior MEICA Estimator/Engineer can be based in Athenry, Rathcormac or Maynooth, with hybrid working available: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.
Key responsibilities
- Lead MEICA pricing for Design-Build water and wastewater projects, working closely with the civil estimating team.
- Coordinate MEICA tender-stage design development, including P&IDs, GA drawings, MEICA schedules and technical deliverables.
- Manage MEICA estimators and coordinate internal and external designers and specialists.
- Develop tender strategies, contribute to reviews and settlement, and support proposals through to submission.
- Assess tender risks and opportunities and incorporate findings into pricing.
- Manage supplier engagement and requests for quotation, identifying new suppliers, technologies and innovations.
- Support tender programmes, ensuring alignment between design, construction and commissioning.
- Coordinate successful tender handovers to project delivery teams.
- Support process improvements, team initiatives and mentoring of junior personnel.
- Work in accordance with Coffey HSQE policies and procedures.
About you
- Degree in Engineering, Construction or a relevant discipline.
As a Senior MEICA Estimator/Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure projects, develop your expertise and build a long-term career with Coffey.
Coffey is a family-owned water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist established in 1974. We are passionate about safety and have been delivering critical infrastructure projects on time and within budget for nearly 50 years. The hallmarks of our contracts are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and adherence to the highest safety and quality standards.This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Estimators, valuers and assessors (SOC 3541) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~55k in sample- Middle half £30,888–51,168
- Median £38,168
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. COFFEY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3541 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.