Cost Estimator

Empact Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cleaning and hygiene sector is seeking a Cost Estimator based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cost estimation and tender management, with a proven track record in high-value tenders. Responsibilities include leading pricing strategies, ensuring accuracy in costings, and collaborating with sales leadership. This role demands sharp attention to detail and strong communication skills to craft impressive submissions and manage operational coordination.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cost estimation, pricing, or tender management.
• Deep expertise in costing and commercial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead national re-tenders and pricing strategies.
• Develop competitive pricing models aligned with business goals.
• Manage documentation, deadlines, and compliance.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Pricing

Tender Management

Communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tender Software

Job description

Job title : Cost Estimator

Job Location : Gauteng, JohannesburgDeadline : June 13, 2025Quick Recommended Links

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Minimum Experience Required

• 5+ years in cost estimation, pricing, or tender management (ideally in cleaning, hygiene, or FM)
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint & tender software skills
• Deep expertise in costing, commercial analysis, and margin management
• A track record of success in high-value national tenders
• Sharp attention to detail & strong communication skills
  
  

Key Areas Of Responsibility

Costings & Submissions:

• Lead national re-tenders and new tender pricing strategies
• Develop competitive pricing models aligned with business goals
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in costings across regions
• Craft detailed submission breakdowns that impress clients
• Collaborate with sales leadership on winning commercial strategies
  
  

Tender Management & Insights

• Manage all documentation, deadlines, and compliance
• Support contract renewals with sharp financial analysis
• Report on pricing trends, success rates & market positioning
• Polish every submission to meet brand and professional standards
• Improve tools, templates, and processes for continuous growth
  
  

Operational Coordination

• Align with operations to ensure service delivery readiness
• Translate client expectations into actionable job specs
• Store Keeping/Procurement jobs