Draughtsman & Estimator

Prudent HR Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudent HR Solutions in East London, South Africa, seeks a Draughtsman & Estimator to prepare accurate technical drawings, cost estimates and quotations for aluminium and glass products, including windows, doors and shopfronts. You will support projects from initial measurements through to production and installation.

You will use AutoCAD and Bizman to produce shop drawings, calculate quantities, prepare BOQs and submit drawings to clients for approval while liaising with architects and site

Qualifications

• Certificate or qualification in Draughting and Design at NQF Level 4 or 5.
• Strong Excel, estimating and costing skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bizman.
• Knowledge of AAAMSA and SAGGA standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate manufacturing and shop drawings, elevations and cutting lists using AutoCAD and Bizman.
• Calculate quantities of glass, aluminium profiles and hardware, and prepare cost estimates, quotations, tenders and BOQs.
• Submit drawings and quotations to clients for approval and release approved jobs into production.
• Take accurate on-site measurements and liaise with architects, clients and site managers.
• Assist with tracking projects through manufacturing and installation.

Skills

Estimating

Costing

Excel

AAAMSA/SAGGA knowledge

Education

Draughting and Design NQF 4/5

Tools

AutoCAD

Bizman

Job description

Draughtsman & Estimator - Aluminium & Glass

Company Overview

Our client is an established South African property company specialising in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate. Ethics, customer service and teamwork underpin its operations.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Draughtsman & Estimator to prepare technical drawings, quotations and cost estimates for aluminium and glass products, including windows, doors and shopfronts. The successful candidate will support projects from initial measurements and design through to production and installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate manufacturing and shop drawings, elevations and cutting lists using AutoCAD and Bizman.
• Calculate quantities of glass, aluminium profiles and hardware, and prepare cost estimates, quotations, tenders and bills of quantities (BOQs).
• Submit drawings and quotations to clients for approval and release approved jobs into production.
• Take accurate on-site measurements and liaise with architects, clients and site managers.
• Assist with tracking projects through manufacturing and installation.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate or qualification in Draughting and Design at NQF Level 4 or 5.
• AutoCAD certification.
• 2–3 years’ experience in aluminium and glass manufacturing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bizman.
• Strong Excel, estimating and costing skills.
• Knowledge of AAAMSA and SAGGA standards.