Senior Estimator - Civil Construction Industry - KZN & Gauteng

RPO Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating functions for major infrastructure projects in KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in estimating, tender preparation, and a strong background in civil construction. Key qualifications include a degree in Civil Engineering, at least 8 years in the industry, and proficiency in CCS Candy software. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years in Civil Engineering/Construction Industry.
• At least 5 years in senior estimating roles.
• Experience with estimating roads, structures, and pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating function for infrastructure projects.
• Prepare high-quality cost estimates for tenders.
• Drive successful tender submissions.

Skills

Estimating experience

Tender preparation

Cost control

Site construction

Microsoft Excel

CCS Candy software

Microsoft Project

Education

Degree or Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

CCS Candy

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job title: Senior Estimator - Civil Construction Industry - KZN & Gauteng

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: November 27, 2025

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Job Description

• Our client, a reputable and well-established civil engineering and construction contractor, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Estimator to lead their estimating function.
• This senior role offers the opportunity to drive the preparation of high-quality cost estimates and tender submissions for significant infrastructure projects including roads, structures, pipelines, and bulk earthworks.

Requirements

• Degree or Bachelor of Technology (Minimum NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in the Civil Engineering / Construction Industry
• At least 5 years of proven estimating experience in a senior capacity
• Strong background combining both site construction experience and estimating office expertise
• Track record of successfully winning tenders and securing profitable contracts
• Experience estimating roads, structures, pipelines, and bulk earthworks projects
• Proven expertise with CCS Candy software for estimating and post-tender cost control
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, data analysis, cost modeling)
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project software for programme development
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