Project Cost Engineer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT005527/AT

Date posted:

Monday, May 26, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Project Costing Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering
Type: Full-time | On-site

About the Company
Our client is a respected and established manufacturer in Southern Africa, delivering engineered air and ventilation solutions to the industrial, mining, HVAC, and power generation sectors. They are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Costing Engineer to support their mechanical engineering team on large-scale ventilation projects.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Interpret technical drawings and prepare accurate cost estimates
Liaise with clients to provide quotations and project updates
Conduct site measurements to ensure costing accuracy
Manage projects from initiation through to completion
Compile and maintain detailed cost breakdowns and documentation
Support tendering and bidding processes with cost analysis
Provide administrative and technical support to the engineering team

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in engineering, project management, or a related field (advantageous)
Proven experience in a similar costing or estimating role
Bilingual in English and Afrikaans
Background in HVAC, ventilation, or fan systems is beneficial
Proficient in Excel and other costing tools
Strong mathematical and analytical skills

What’s on Offer

Supportive and inclusive team culture
Exposure to diverse engineering projects
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Market-related salary and benefits package
Flexible working hours: 08:00–17:00 (Mon–Thurs), 08:00–16:00 on Fridays (or 15:00 if work is completed)

To apply, please email your CV to
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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