Civil Construction Estimator (Tenders)

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

Civil Construction E..

Date posted:

Friday, April 4, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly Salary

SUMMARY:
We’re looking for an experienced Estimator with a solid background in tendering and cost management to play a key role in securing and managing infrastructure projects

POSITION INFO:

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / QS
3 -5 years of field experience
5 years of estimating experience
Good knowledge of programming as well as estimator software.
Attention to detail.
Functioning under pressure is essential.
Above average skills in planning, administration, cost of time.
Good negotiation skills - maintaining good client relations.
Comfortable working overtime

Responsibilities:

Tender Administration

Request the necessary latest FEM, BCCEI certificates, etc., in advance from the respective departments.
Request the latest Tax Clearance pin in advance from the necessary department.
Renewal (Annually and 3-Yearly) as well as upgrade applications of CIDB.

Tender Process (1)

Monitor advertisements to identify possible Tenders.
Attend tender/site inspections.
Request material prices (Tender prices).
Compare material prices received at the tender stage for use in the tender.
Consult with the Consulting Engineer Request BOQ and clarify any uncertainties.
Price the tender on EJM.
Draw up the Tender Program (MS Projects).
Complete and submit Tender Documents before deadlines (Include supporting documentation).

Tender Process (2) (If successful)

Negotiate for better contract material prices.
Issue bulk orders and follow up.
Schedule and hold kick-off meetings with the Contract Manager, Site Agent, etc.

Construction Stage

Visit construction sites and compare processes, outputs, etc., with those used at the tender stage and take necessary action where needed.
Compile new rates for additional works or where the scope of certain items has changed.

Reports

Check Site Certificate Register & Current and Future Projects reports before distribution.
Handle cost management reports in collaboration with QS.

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Update the Masterbill add and change where necessary.
Sort out errors and shortcomings immediately with line management or Ernst Marais

Cost Management

Handle cost management reports in collaboration with QS.
Schedule, lead, and handle cost management meetings.

Public Relations

Liaison and communication with Suppliers, Clients, and Engineers.
Letters to Engineers, Clients, and/or Suppliers where necessary.

Other

Any other task or instruction that is reasonable and in line with the skillset of the employee.

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