Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager - Construction Industry
Overview
RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading building contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Estimating Manager to join its KwaZulu-Natal Building Division. This role involves preparing accurate, competitive and commercially sound tenders for major building projects while contributing to the growth of the business.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
- Minimum of 10 years' estimating experience within the building construction sector.
- Proven track record pricing commercial, industrial, residential and mixed-use building projects.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, contracts and pricing principles.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver's licence.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive tender submissions for building projects.
- Review drawings, specifications and contract documentation to determine project scope and pricing requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options.
- Compile Bills of Quantities, pricing schedules and tender adjudication documentation.
- Work closely with directors, contracts managers, quantity surveyors and project teams during the tender process.
- Attend site inspections, tender clarification meetings and client presentations where required.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of subcontractor pricing, suppliers and historical project costs.
- Ensure all tenders are submitted accurately and within required deadlines.
- Assist with handover meetings following successful tender awards.
- Mentor and support junior estimators where applicable.
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