Estimator - Overhead Line

Aurex Constructors; Midrand; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Aurex is seeking an experienced Estimator – Overhead Lines to support the delivery of transmission and distribution projects. The role involves preparing accurate cost estimates for overhead line works, reviewing tender documents, and developing pricing schedules to strengthen competitive bids.

You will analyse designs, route information, and technical specs, interact with engineering and construction teams, and contribute to value engineering and risk reviews during tender phases.

Qualificações

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years estimating experience within the electrical, power, transmission, distribution, or construction industry.
• Proven experience estimating overhead line projects, including transmission and distribution networks.
• Strong understanding of EPC, construction, and project costing principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, line profiles, route plans, and technical specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for overhead transmission and distribution line projects.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and scope requirements.
• Develop accurate labour, plant, material, subcontractor, and equipment cost estimates.
• Compile pricing schedules and commercial submissions.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records.
• Analyse project designs, route information, and technical specifications.
• Identify scope risks, exclusions, assumptions, and opportunities.
• Liaise with engineering and construction teams to validate project requirements.
• Support value engineering initiatives during the tender phase.
• Conduct commercial reviews and tender risk assessments.
• Assist in developing bid strategies to improve competitiveness and profitability.
• Prepare tender qualifications, assumptions, and clarifications.
• Evaluate project risks and pricing contingencies.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compare pricing, technical compliance, and delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Prepare tender summaries, cost breakdowns, and management reports.
• Participate in tender adjudication meetings.
• Support contract negotiations and client clarification meetings.
• Assist with project handovers following successful tender awards.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Risk assessment

Cost modelling

Negotiation

Time management

Communication skills

Formação académica

Electrical Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Quantity Surveying degree

Ferramentas

Excel

Estimating software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Aurex is seeking an experienced Estimator – Overhead Lines to support the successful delivery of transmission and distribution infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for overhead line projects, supporting tender submissions and contributing to Aurex's continued growth within the energy sector.

This role requires strong technical, commercial, and analytical capabilities, with experience in estimating overhead transmission and distribution line projects within EPC, construction, or utility environments.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years' estimating experience within the electrical, power, transmission, distribution, or construction industry.
• Proven experience estimating overhead line projects, including transmission and distribution networks.
• Strong understanding of EPC, construction, and project costing principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, line profiles, route plans, and technical specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Eskom transmission and distribution projects.
• Utility-scale power infrastructure projects.
• Renewable energy grid connection projects.
• Overhead lines from 11kV to 400kV and above.
• Southern African and regional power infrastructure projects.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Attention to detail
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Cost modelling and estimating
• Negotiation and supplier management
• Time management and prioritisation
• Problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively under tight tender deadlines

MAIN OBJECTIVES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Tendering & Estimating

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for overhead transmission and distribution line projects.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and scope requirements.
• Develop accurate labour, plant, material, subcontractor, and equipment cost estimates.
• Compile pricing schedules and commercial submissions.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records.

Technical Evaluation

• Analyse project designs, route information, and technical specifications.
• Identify scope risks, exclusions, assumptions, and opportunities.
• Liaise with engineering and construction teams to validate project requirements.
• Support value engineering initiatives during the tender phase.

Commercial & Risk Assessment

• Conduct commercial reviews and tender risk assessments.
• Assist in developing bid strategies to improve competitiveness and profitability.
• Prepare tender qualifications, assumptions, and clarifications.
• Evaluate project risks and pricing contingencies.

Supplier & Subcontractor Management

• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compare pricing, technical compliance, and delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and service providers.

Bid Support & Reporting

• Prepare tender summaries, cost breakdowns, and management reports.
• Participate in tender adjudication meetings.
• Support contract negotiations and client clarification meetings.
• Assist with project handovers following successful tender awards.

At Aurex we value the dynamic element of diversity and embrace the different perspectives everyone brings to the business. We appreciate the authenticity that each individual contributes as we create an inclusive working environment where everyone brings their whole selves to work every day. As we strive to be an employer of choice, we ensure that our employees are fairly treated. We promote physical and mental health for everyone. At Aurex, our people matter.

In terms of our Employment Equity policy, preference will be given to applicants who are disabled or from a previously disadvantaged background.