MEP Lead Estimator (Data Centers)

CTS Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking an experienced MEP Lead Estimator to join our growing Dublin office, supporting hyperscale Data Center projects. The role involves leading preparation, coordination and delivery of accurate, competitive estimates.

Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will work closely with bid management, commercial, engineering, procurement and operations teams to develop cost estimates, evaluate risks and opportunities, and support winning tender submissions from initial enquiry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (e.g., Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management)
• Minimum 7 years' experience in MEP estimating within construction, industrial or mission-critical environments
• Experience estimating large-scale Data Center projects is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems and commercial principles
• Experience preparing detailed cost estimates, take-offs, tender pricing and value engineering proposals
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and employer's requirements
• Experience managing multiple tenders and working to tight submission deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to identify project risks and opportunities
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software
• Fluent English essential

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination and delivery of accurate, competitive MEP estimates for major Data Center projects
• Collaborate with bid management, commercial, engineering, procurement and operations teams to develop cost estimates
• Evaluate project risks and opportunities and support winning tender submissions from enquiry through to handover

Skills

MEP estimating

Tender pricing

Take-offs

Cost estimation

Drawings interpretation

Commercial awareness

Communication

MS Office

Estimating software

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

CTS Group is currently recruiting an experienced MEP Lead Estimator to join our growing team supporting hyperscale Data Center projects from our Dublin office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Europe's fastest‑growing mission‑critical contractors, helping to shape the successful delivery of some of the world's most complex Data Center developments while contributing to a culture where quality, collaboration and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will lead the preparation, coordination and delivery of accurate, competitive and commercially robust MEP estimates for major Data Center projects across Europe and beyond.

This is a collaborative role where you will work closely with bid management, commercial, engineering, procurement and operational teams to develop detailed cost estimates, evaluate project risks and opportunities, and support winning tender submissions from initial enquiry through to project handover.

Why Join CTS Group

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to support world‑class hyperscale Data Center projects
• Join one of Europe's fastest‑growing mission‑critical contractors
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression across international projects
• Collaborative, commercially focused working environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline
• Minimum 7 years' experience in MEP estimating within construction, industrial or mission‑critical environments
• Previous experience estimating large-scale Data Center projects would be a distinct advantage
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services systems, construction methodologies and commercial principles
• Experience preparing detailed cost estimates, take-offs, tender pricing and value engineering proposals
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and employer's requirements
• Experience managing multiple tenders and working to tight submission deadlines
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks and opportunities
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software
• Fluent English essential