Senior Estimator - Remote | Construction Cost & Bid Lead

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional growth and training

Diverse projects near Randburg and SA

Collaborative remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Senior Estimator to support construction projects from a remote team, with operations near Randburg. You will develop cost estimates and bids, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and procurement to gather data and prepare proposals.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, with 7+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency in PlanSwift, CostX, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience as a Construction Estimator.
• Proficiency in estimating software (PlanSwift, CostX) and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for a wide range of construction projects from tender documents.
• Perform quantity take-offs and analyze project plans, specifications, and drawings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather cost information and validate estimates.
• Develop bid proposals, including pricing strategies and risk assessments.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of costs, suppliers, and market trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

PlanSwift

CostX

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Senior Estimator to support construction projects from a remote team, with operations near Randburg. You will develop cost estimates and bids, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and procurement to gather data and prepare proposals.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, with 7+ years of estimating experience, and proficiency in PlanSwift, CostX, and Excel.