MEP Estimator & Preconstruction Specialist – Europe

Collen; København; Hybrid; DKK 680,000 - 920,000; Full time

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Career progression

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Job summary

Collen in Denmark is seeking an MEP Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join our estimating department in Copenhagen. You will support preconstruction and bid activities, producing detailed estimates for MEP systems across industrial, pharmaceutical, commercial and data centre projects.

You will review drawings, prepare competitive bids, liaise with subcontractors, and contribute to value engineering while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years relevant experience in a similar role.
• EQF Level 6 in Quantity Surveying or equivalent; Mechanical & Electrical an advantage.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

Job description

Collen in Denmark is seeking an MEP Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to join our estimating department in Copenhagen. You will support preconstruction and bid activities, producing detailed estimates for MEP systems across industrial, pharmaceutical, commercial and data centre projects.

You will review drawings, prepare competitive bids, liaise with subcontractors, and contribute to value engineering while ensuring compliance with company standards.