Sales driven Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator

R.A.W. GROUP; George; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm in George is seeking a Sales driven Quantity Surveyor/Estimator. The ideal candidate should have a National Senior Certificate, at least two years of experience, and be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English. Responsibilities include preparing estimates, conducting research, and maintaining customer relationships. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Applications should be emailed to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Able to read drawings and plans.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates, cost plans, and specifications for projects.
• Conduct research to obtain data on costs and materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers.

Skills

Bilingual (Afrikaans & English)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Education

National Senior Certificate

Tertiary education

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Overview

Vacancy: Sales driven Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator

Key performance areas

• Prepare estimates, cost plans, bill of quantities, specifications, and schedule of rates for new build, improvements, and maintenance work.
• Preparing preliminary estimates for conceptual projects.
• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.
• Understand the project/program and its requirements.
• Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses, or other venues.
• Conduct research to obtain data on labour costs, materials, productions times etc.
• Build and maintain a good relationship with customers.
• Communication between deferent departments on current projects and requirements thereof.
• Confirm payments, open job cards, and follow projects through different departments.

Non-negotiable requirements

• National Senior Certificate
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Tertiary education-Advantage.
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competency in Microsoft applications.
• Well-organized and detail oriented
• Able to read drawings and plans
• Valid drivers license
• Product Knowledge- Laser cutting, structural steel and metal work (Advantage)
• Ability to work in fast-paced, effectively under pressure, and deadline-oriented environment.
• Contactable references

Email applications only: [e-mail]