Estimator Boiler Construction

Dawning Truth; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a boiler construction estimator to manage pricing for boiler construction and refurbishment. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably as a qualified boilermaker, and be skilled in using estimating software. The position offers salary ranges from R40K to R48K monthly, along with opportunities for career growth in a multinational environment.

Benefits

Strong career growth prospects

Opportunity to make a difference

Work in a leading multinational engineering firm

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in boiler construction and maintenance.
• Qualified boilermaker preferred.
• Experience in water tube boilers is beneficial.
• 2+ years in boiler estimating and bid preparation.

Responsibilities

• Estimate new boiler designs and refurbishments.
• Manage subcontractors, requests for quotes, and quality.
• Lead and prepare bids and tenders.

Skills

Analytical skill

Independent work

Team player

Planning and coordination

Experience with estimating software

Persuasive communication

Education

BSc, BEng, T4, BTech or S4 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Candy Estimating

Job description

Overview

Top engineering firm seeks boiler construction estimator. Estimate boiler parts and labour pricing for boiler construction and refurbishment.

Non-Negotiables

• Analytical (Problem Solver) – Self Starter, independent worker. Driven by deliverables.
• Self Starter – self motivated – goal driven
• Ethical – Business (Clear criminal and credit check – position involves financial accountability)
• Team Player
• Must have 3 -5 years experience specifically constructing and maintaining boilers. Very strong preference for a qualified boilermaker. Or equivalent experience.
• In depth knowledge of the components in boilers (pref : water tube boilers)
• Experience in leading and preparing bids and tenders (pref 2+ years)
• Excellent planning and coordination skills

Responsibilities

• Estimation of new boiler designs and refurbishments:
  • Read and understand technical drawings
  • Create Pricing Libraries
  • Create and Price Bills of Quantities
  • Labour and Resource Estimation
  • Construction Time Estimation
  • Manage Margins
  • Manage Subcontractors, Request for Quotes, Work Completion and Quality
  • Use estimating software such as Candy Estimating
  • Lead and prepare bids and tenders
• Key Job Deliverables (First 6-12 Months):
  • Import significant company IP into new Estimating system
  • Take a leading role in new tenders and bid for new projects

Background / Experience

• 3-5 years experience in specifically constructing and maintaining boilers or equivalent
• Very strong preference for a qualified boilermaker
• Strong preference for experience in water tube boilers
• BSc, BEng, T4, BTech or S4 in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven track record in boiler construction and maintenance (we will check references)
• 2+ years experience in boiler estimating and bid completion or closely equivalent
• Project management experience strongly advantageous
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player
• Strong preference : Persuasive charming personality

Personality Summary

• Moderate Driver – Ambitious, Results Orientated Go-getter. Self Starter. Makes things happen.
• Moderate Analytical – Strong with analysis, metrics, data and fact based decision making.
• Moderate to High Administrative – Good with procedures, processes and best practices.
• Advantageous – Moderate Expressive – People person, natural leader.

Benefits of this Role

• Leading multinational engineering firm
• Make a difference
• Strong career growth prospects

Reports to : Head Proposals

Direct Reports : Junior Estimator.

Location : Johannesburg East Rand

Salary : Market Related. In the Range of R40K to R48K per month. Highly exceptional more senior candidates may be considered.

Type : Permanent

Start : ASAP

Reference : DT 152