4 Construction estimator Jobs and Work in Western Cape

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Lesedi —Cape Town, Western Cape
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Estimator

Lesedi -
Cape Town, Western Cape

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Job Details

Permanent

Full Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE

As an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC and EPCm) company, we are highly tender-driven and constantly estimating costs for competitive bid submissions. The Estimator provides critical support to our proposal function by estimating engineering, supply, construction, and associated costs, performing budget estimates, and assisting with the selection of appropriate procurement strategies for subcontractors and suppliers.

This role involves complete project lifecycle engagement from tender inception to award, ensuring accurate cost modelling and estimation that drives our competitive positioning in the market. You will be responsible for preparing accurate project estimate reports through comprehensive information gathering, metrics analysis, and risk assessments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Estimation Development

Produce estimates and pricing schedules for tender submissions cross-referenced with ERP System (IFF), WBS and Activity Schedules
Plan and manage estimating tasks and associated activities in compliance with company procedures
Review commercial requirements, scope of work, site information, and study reports from Client Tender documents
Prepare bills of material from Material Take-Off (MTO) for market pricing
Coordinate and assess discipline engineering, procurement, and planning inputs during estimate development
Perform project cost forecasts, cash flows, and escalation calculations using industry indices
Perform cost analysis and risk assessments to identify potential financial issues.
Provide post-tender commercial analysis and participate in clarification processes

Technical Coordination

Review technical drawings, site layouts, PFDs, P&IDs and verify engineering information
Generate equipment lists, MTOs, BOQs, and schedules of quantities from engineering drawings
Develop high-level Work Breakdown Structures and preliminary project schedules
Liaise with design engineers to ensure scope is correctly identified and measurable in cost models
Evaluate construction methodology for estimation of field requirements and labour.
Evaluate engineering effort and market quotations against project schedules
Coordinate with project managers and planners to align cost models with WBS structures

Procurement Support

Collaborate with engineering/procurement teams to obtain marketplace cost information
Participate in RFQ commercial adjudication processes
Provide guidance on construction contract selection (JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, GCC)
Review and adjudicate subcontractor and vendor pricing using first principle estimating

Database Management & Stakeholder Engagement

Develop and maintain comprehensive rate databases and cost benchmarking systems
Engage regularly with all stakeholders throughout the estimating process
Support cost engineers and quantity surveyors as required
Attend post-tender review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATION

Essential:

Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Building Science, or Engineering
3-5 years post-qualification MEIP (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Piping) experience
For Senior Estimator role: 5-10 years post-qualification MEIP experience

Preferred:

Certified Cost Engineer (CCE) or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) qualificationCCS Candy Certification or demonstrable proficiency
Professional certification in relevant engineering or construction management discipline

EXPERIENCE

Required:

3-10 years of MEIP experience in cost estimating within industrial/construction environments
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
Experience with project planning software (CCS Planning, MS Project, or Primavera P6)
Proven track record in tender preparation and cost estimation accuracy

Advantageous:

Industrial engineering experience
Working knowledge of various construction contract suites
Experience in EPC/EPCm project environments
Previous exposure to risk assessment and commercial adjudication processes
BSc in Quantity Surveying or an advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying registered with SACQSP

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

Advanced understanding of construction cost estimation principles and methodologies
Comprehensive knowledge of construction contracts (JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, GCC)
Strong grasp of estimating processes, project management, and procurement procedures
Thorough understanding of WBS structures and project scheduling
Excellent analytical abilities and risk assessment capabilities
High compliance awareness regarding quality management systems

Behaviour

Highly methodical approach with exceptional attention to detail
Strong negotiation and presentation abilities
Demonstrates high reliability and accountability
Excellent problem recognition and resolution skills
Ability to work long hours when required
Superior organizational and prioritization capabilities under pressure
Strong teamwork orientation with respect for colleagues
Demonstrates both independence and collaborative interdependency

Skills

Sound working knowledge of MS Excel and construction estimating software
Ability to accurately read, analyze, and interpret construction and engineering drawings
Competent in adjudicating contractor proposals and conducting material quantity take-offs
Excellent written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels
Strong procedure implementation and development capabilities
Proficient in cost modeling and benchmarking exercises

Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.

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