ESTIMATOR (CIVILS)

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT000775/MM

Date posted:

Sunday, January 4, 2026

Location:

Brackenfell, South Africa

SUMMARY:
ESTIMATOR (CIVILS) â CAPE TOWN (NORTHERN SUBURBS)
Â A competitive, market-related salary awaits the right professional
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Are you a seasoned Civils Estimator ready to make your mark at a reputable, long-established construction company? We are a respected civil engineering contractor based in Cape Townâs Northern Suburbs, delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the region. We are looking for a highly skilled Estimator to strengthen our tendering and pricing function and contribute to our continued growth and success. This is a key office-based role that requires technical expertise, strong costing capability, and a solid understanding of civil construction processes.

POSITION INFO:
Â Minimum Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering (preferred)
10â15 yearsâ civils estimating experience with proven CCS proficiency
Strong knowledge of tendering, cost estimating, and QS principles
Able to interpret drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical ability
Skilled in interpreting civil engineering documentation
Proficient in estimating/modelling software (advantageous)
Highly organised, structured, and deadline-driven
Professional interpersonal skills with strong commercial and cost-control focus

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Key Responsibilities

Identify suitable tender opportunities through market research and project evaluation
Review tender documents and assess qualification criteria and returnable requirements
Attend site briefings and inspections
Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and pricing schedules using CCS
Compile and submit complete, compliant bid documents within deadlines
Adjudicate quotations and support procurement decisions
Monitor tender validity periods and coordinate extensions
Follow up on submitted bids and provide outcome reports to senior management
Lead and support tender office staff

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