Cost Estimator & Tender Pricing Specialist

HC Recruit; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

HC Recruit is seeking a cost estimator in Pietermaritzburg. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates, quotations and tender pricing, interpreting drawings for pricing, and coordinating purchasing and logistics to support timely tender submissions.

Ideal candidates will have Matric and a technical qualification (engineering preferred). Strong analytical, negotiation, and planning skills are essential to manage budgets and ensure accuracy.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Experience in estimating, costing, pricing and tender preparation is essential.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations and tender pricing.
• Interpret drawings and extract information for pricing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, quotations and tender pricing.
• Interpret drawings and extract information for pricing.
• Source materials, obtain supplier quotes and negotiate pricing.
• Calculate and manage project costs and budgets.
• Coordinate purchasing, planning and logistics.
• Maintain accurate costing records and pricing schedules.
• Ensure tenders and quotations are accurate and submitted on time.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Negotiation and communication skills.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Tender Pricing

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Planning

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Engineering qualification (advantage)

Job description

HC Recruit is seeking a cost estimator in Pietermaritzburg. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates, quotations and tender pricing, interpreting drawings for pricing, and coordinating purchasing and logistics to support timely tender submissions.

Ideal candidates will have Matric and a technical qualification (engineering preferred). Strong analytical, negotiation, and planning skills are essential to manage budgets and ensure accuracy.