Senior Civil Estimator

SUMMARY:
Senior Civil Estimator

POSITION INFO:
The Recruiter, Grant de Jongh, is currently searching for an experienced Senior Civils Estimator to join a leading construction group involved in major civil infrastructure projects across South Africa. This is a high-impact role ideal for a seasoned professional with strong technical, commercial and analytical capability.

About the Role
As a Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal part in the preparation, analysis and delivery of competitive tenders for large-scale civil engineering projects. The role requires precision, strong commercial insight, and the ability to interpret complex project information

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering OR
• BTech / National Diploma in Civil Engineering / Quantity Surveying
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in civil infrastructure projects, construction management and/or estimating
• Proficiency in MS Projects, Excel and CCS
• Knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, GCC 2015, COTO, COLTO and SABS 1200
• Strong ability to interpret BOQs, drawings and project specifications
• Excellent analytical, numerical and communication skills
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates & project programmes
• Analyse drawings, quantities, specifications and technical data
• Identify tender risks, constraints and key commercial considerations
• Source, negotiate and evaluate supplier & subcontractor pricing
• Compile professional tender submissions with full compliance
• Assist with tender handovers and maintain cost/production databases

• Attention to Detail | Commercial Awareness | Strong Planning & Organisation |
• Stakeholder Engagement | Ability to Work Under Pressure

• CTC: Dependent on experience
• Contract Type: Permanent or Long-Duration Contract (LDC)