Pre-Sales Engineer

Spec Africa; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

SPEC Africa (Pty) Ltd. is seeking a technically skilled Pre-Sales Engineer to join our Gauteng team. You will develop technical and commercial proposals, price tenders, evaluate technical specs and design compliant solutions across security, electrical, mechanical and infra projects.

You will coordinate with suppliers and clients, identify risks and support successful project delivery. The role requires reviewing specifications, drawings and site conditions, producing detailed estimates, and

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering required.
• Experience with engineering estimating, tendering and BOQs.
• Ability to interpret drawings and prepare technical docs.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and commercial proposals for projects across security, electronic, electrical, mechanical and infra.
• Review drawings and site conditions to prepare compliant solutions and submissions.
• Prepare and price tenders, quotations and detailed estimates for equipment, labour and subcontractors.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations; confirm pricing and lead times.
• Coordinate technical tender returnables and client clarifications.
• Identify scope, cost and contractual risks; support client presentations and handovers.
• Engage with clients to clarify requirements and maintain liaison throughout projects.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Tendering

Cost estimation

Client liaison

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position: Pre-Sales Engineer

Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Reporting to: Chief Commercial Officer, Head of Commercial

Position Overview

SPEC Africa (Pty) Ltd. is looking for a technically skilled and commercially driven Pre-Sales Engineer to join our team in Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing technical and commercial proposals, preparing tenders, quotations and cost estimates, evaluating technical specifications, and designing compliant solutions across security, electronic, electrical, mechanical and infrastructure projects. The role also involves coordinating with suppliers and clients, identifying project risks and supporting successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and commercial proposals for security, electronic, electrical, mechanical and infrastructure projects.
• Review specifications, drawings and site conditions; prepare compliant solutions, equipment selections and technical submissions.
• Prepare and price tenders, quotations, bills of quantities and detailed estimates for equipment, labour, subcontractors and maintenance.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations; confirm pricing, lead times and compliance.
• Coordinate technical tender returnables and client clarifications.
• Identify scope, cost and contractual risks; support client presentations and hand over awarded work, budgets and assumptions to project teams.
• Engage with clients to understand and clarify their requirements, and maintain regular liaison throughout the project to communicate progress, address queries and ensure alignment with agreed deliverables.

Competency Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of engineering estimating, tendering, BOQs, technical specifications and integrated security systems, including CCTV, access control and perimeter protection.
• Ability to interpret drawings and prepare technical documentation using AutoCAD, , Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of procurement, contract requirements, project planning, health and safety, and applicable technical standards.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Basic knowledge of FIDIC, NEC3, JBCC & GCC contracts

Attributes

• Effective time management and attention to detail.
• Clear communication, teamwork and client service.
• Analytical thinking, commercial awareness and problem solving.
• Integrity, accountability and the ability to coordinate and delegate tasks.