MEP Estimator

Collen Construction; Taastrup; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Collen Construction in Copenhagen (Høje Taastrup) seeks an MEP Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join the Estimating Department. You will support preconstruction, tendering, and cost estimation for MEP systems across Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Commercial and Data Centre sectors.

You will report to the Estimating Director in Dublin and collaborate with a regional team. Danish work location is Copenhagen with travel in Europe as required.

Qualifications

• Bid management for MEP projects with a team.
• Review specs, drawings and tender docs for competitive bids.
• Strong communication and collaboration with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for MEP systems on major projects.
• Review client specs, drawings, and tender docs for competitive bids.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and design teams.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers for pricing.
• Identify risks and opportunities for value engineering.
• Support pre-construction planning and tender presentations.
• Maintain documentation of estimating processes and calculations.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Advise on procurement strategy.
• Understand building contracts and health & safety implications.

Skills

Team bid management

MEP knowledge

Data centre experience

Education

EQF 6 QS (MEP advantage)

Job description

Collen are seeking an MEP Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to work with our Estimating Department and support our preconstruction and bid activities. This is a technical role involving cost estimation, tender preparation, and pre-construction support for MEP Systems across various sectors including Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Commercial and Data Centres.

Key Requirements:

Core Skill Set

• The ability to work as part of a team to manage the bid from a technical MEP perspective
• Good working knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical work packages
• Experience working on large scale data centres will be an advantage

Experience

• 3 - 5 years relevant experience in a similar role

Education

• Education equivalent to EQF Level 6 within quantity surveying (Mechanical & Electrical an advantage), however other educational backgrounds are welcome to apply

As a member of the estimating team, you will be required to have an open and adaptable approach to developing solutions, together with excellent communication and collaboration skills. You will be key member of the preconstruction team, shaping project win strategy. You will work with local resources, regional commercial teams and the estimating department based in Dublin.

The role will be based in our Copenhagen Office in Høje Taastrup 2630, working within the estimating department, in the preconstruction department, supporting projects across the European region.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Estimating Director in Dublin, working closely with the Preconstruction Manager in Denmark, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for MEP Systems on major projects
• Review client specifications, drawings, and tender documentation to produce competitive bids
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and design teams to ensure constructability and feasibility
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to obtain accurate pricing
• Identify risks, cost drivers, and opportunities for value engineering
• Support pre-construction planning and tender presentations
• Maintain detailed documentation of all estimating processes, assumptions, and calculations
• Ensure compliance with company standards, quality requirements, and relevant regulations
• Advising on procurement strategy
• Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use
• Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations.
• The ability to work independently, and prepare tenders while meeting strict deadlines

Strong time management and communication skills are essential to this role, as well as computer literacy and the ability to prepare reports and administer the necessary paperwork.

Other duties

• Assisting with growing the regional supply chain by meeting suppliers and diversifying our approach to procurement
• Producing localized benchmark data for projects and packages to assist with pricing verification and trend tracking

Other requirements

• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Danish, Swedish, Finnish or another European language is beneficial
• Right to work in Denmark preferred. Support with permit application process will be provided
• Periodic travel will be required throughout Europe

Why Collen?

• Work as part of a diverse team delivering exceptional quality work. Work on projects and with colleagues across Europe, growing and developing the business
• Join an established business with over 200 years’ experience delivering construction projects
• This position carries the opportunity for career progression and to be part of an expanding department within the wider Group
• Opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting projects across Europe, working with engaged enthusiastic colleagues and for some of the biggest global brands

Summary of skills:

• Excellent communicator
• Willingness to take ownership of the compilation of complex bids
• Exceptional technical understanding of MEP systems and pricing strategies
• A high attention to detail
• Good understanding of digital construction tools
• Thrive in a busy environment whilst working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Deadline driven with strong and effective time management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload

Collen is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment and onboarding experience. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support at any stage of the recruitment process or upon joining the company, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.