Senior Civil Engineering Estimator - Western Cape

Pro Tem; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Cape Town seeks a Senior Civil Engineering Estimator to manage tendering and contract negotiations. The role requires over 12 years of estimating experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will prepare tender cost estimates, identify risks, and liaise with clients. The salary is highly negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 12 – 15 years’ experience in estimating within civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate tenders based on Company resources.
• Compile cost estimates using data from Tender Assistants.
• Communicate cost hazards and risks ahead of tender submissions.
• Present tender cost estimates for signoff to Managing Director.
• Manage post-tender negotiations and appointments.

Skills

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Excellent analytical skills

Excellent numerical skills

Excellent planning skills

Excellent negotiation skills

Contract knowledge of GCC, JBCC, NEC, and FIDI

Experience working with CANDY/CSS

Excellent MS Excel Skills

Valid Drivers Licence

Education

PR Tech (Civil or QS) or B.Eng (Civil or QS)

Job description

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEERING ESTIMATOR

PERMANENT POSITION: HEAD OFFICE, WESTERN CAPE

Job Summary:

The Senior Civil Engineering Estimator plays a critical role in tendering, contract negotiations and client relationships. This individual fulfils a senior position within the Company and reports directly to the MD and Directors of the Company.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Tendering:

• Identifying and evaluating suitable tenders for the Company, taking into consideration Company resources and profitability margins
• Compiling cost estimates using input date from the Tender Assistants
• Identifying all potential cost hazards and risks and communicating these ahead of tender submissions
• Preparing work plans for tenders
• Presenting complete tender cost estimates to the Managing Director for signoff
• Submitting tenders to Clients
• Ensuring the Company tenders competitively
• Chair regular tender adjudication meetings

Contract Negotiations:

• Conduct meetings with prospective clients
• Manage post-tender negotiations and appointments with Clients
• Determining tender cost parameters and communicating this to Site Management and QS Teams to ensure projects remain on budget

Education and Experience:

• PR Tech (Civil or QS) or B.Eng (Civil or QS)
• At least 12 – 15 years’ experience within an estimating position in a civil engineering construction environment

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical, numerical, planning and negotiation skills
• Contract knowledge of GCC, JBCC, NEC and FIDI contract suites
• Experience working with CANDY/CSS
• Excellent MS Excel Skills
• Valid Drivers Licence and prepared to travel as and when required.

Salary: Highly negotiable based on experience