Tendering Estimator

Dynatron Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Africa is seeking a Tendering Estimator to prepare competitive and compliant tender submissions for projects across mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines. Candidates should possess a National Diploma or Degree in Engineering and have strong estimating and technical skills. The role involves analyzing tender documents, developing method statements, and creating project schedules. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to project execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing cost estimates for construction projects.
• Ability to engage suppliers for pricing and technical compliance.
• Knowledge of NEC / JBCC / FIDIC contract conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for tenders.
• Develop method statements and technical documentation.
• Create detailed project schedules including WBS and milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering and project management teams.

Skills

Advanced estimating capability

Strong technical understanding

Proficiency in MS Project or Excel

Analytical skills

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Civil)

Diploma in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management

Job description

Introduction

The Tendering Estimator is responsible for preparing competitive, compliant, and profitable tender submissions for engineering, EPCM, and construction projects across mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines.

The role requires advanced estimating capability, strong technical understanding, and the ability to develop method statements, project schedules, and resource plans aligned to Dynatron Group's execution standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

A. Tendering & Estimating

• Analyse tender documents, drawings, BOQs, specifications, and contract conditions (NEC / JBCC / FIDIC).
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits and produce technical queries (TQs / RFIs).
• Engage suppliers for pricing and ensure technical compliance.
• Compile tender clarifications, assumptions, exclusions, and compliance matrices.
• Prepare complete tender submissions including methodology, capability statements, CVs, and company profiles.
• Ensure all submissions are compliant and score optimally.

B. Method Statements & Technical Documentation

• Develop detailed method statements for mechanical, electrical, civil, and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Draft risk assessments, quality plans, environmental and SHEQ documentation, and commissioning plans.
• Translate engineering drawings and specifications into practical execution plans.
• Prepare technical compliance documents required for tender submissions.

C. Scheduling & Planning

• Develop fully detailed project schedules using MS Project or Excel.
• Include WBS, critical path, resource loading, milestones, and procurement timelines.
• Support planning inputs for extension-of-time claims and negotiations.
• Assist with project handovers.

D. Internal Coordination

• Work closely with engineering, QS, procurement, SHEQ, and project managers.
• Engage subcontractors and suppliers for commercial and technical inputs.
• Attend tender briefing and clarification meetings.
• Present risks, opportunities, and strategy to the Head of Bids.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• National Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Civil) OR
• Diploma in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management
• Additional training in estimating, planning, or project management is an advantage.

Interested?