MEP Estimator - Datacenter (H/F/X)
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What you'll do
- Lead cost estimating efforts for data center projects across the EMEA region
- Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates and project budgets
- Build and continuously enhance a comprehensive cost database tailored to EMEA markets
- Partner with internal stakeholders to support value engineering and cost optimization
What they're looking for
- Experience in construction cost estimating, general contracting, or electrical contracting (preferred)
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, and specifications
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with MS Project, Word, and Access
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Fluency in both French and English
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About the Role
Are you a construction cost estimator with a passion for precision and a drive to make a real impact? Join one of the world’s leading and most innovative data center providers.
As a Cost Estimator within our Global Delivery Management (GDM) team, you will play a critical role in delivering data center projects across Digital Realty’s EMEA portfolio. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Sales Engineering, Design & Construction, Operations, Sales, and Finance—to ensure accurate cost planning and value-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cost estimating efforts for data center projects across the EMEA region
- Develop and maintain detailed cost estimates and project budgets
- Build and continuously enhance a comprehensive cost database tailored to EMEA markets
- Partner with internal stakeholders to support value engineering and cost optimization
Why This Role is Right for You
- You thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment
- You are detail-oriented and driven by accuracy and data
- You enjoy collaborating across diverse, global teams
- You want ownership of key initiatives and the opportunity to grow in a rapidly expanding sector
Your Profile
- Experience in construction cost estimating, general contracting, or electrical contracting (preferred)
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, and specifications
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with MS Project, Word, and Access
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Fluency in both French and English
What We Offer
- Open, collaborative culture with streamlined communication and flat hierarchies
- Structured onboarding (including buddy system) and ongoing learning programs
- Strong opportunities for career growth and development
- Competitive benefits package, including flexible working, digital meal vouchers, bike leasing, pension plan, and more
About Digital Realty
Digital Realty is a global leader in carrier- and cloud-neutral data center solutions. Through PlatformDIGITAL®, we provide customers with secure, scalable infrastructure and a proven architecture (PDx™) to solve complex data challenges.
With 300+ data centers across 50+ metros in 28 countries, and a team of over 3,500 professionals, we are building the connected data communities that power innovation worldwide.
Join Us
This is an exciting time to be part of our journey. You’ll work alongside passionate, diverse teams, challenge the status quo, and help shape the future of digital infrastructure.
Apply now and make your mark.
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