Estimator (EE) - Sandton at Steinmuller Africa

Key Performance Areas:

• Evaluate inquiry documents with relevant responsible Managers and Proposals Engineer.
• Visit sites to ascertain site requirements.
• Determine the order of operations and tasks to be performed to implement the project.
• Identify the types and amounts of materials required to implement the project.
• Prepare timelines, construction schedules and manpower histograms in conjunction with the Project Planner.
• Calculate supplementary costs e.g. consumables, equipment, tools, etc.
• Advise on special erection equipment and tools and other requirements for specific projects.
• Prepare and issue erection/construction method statements to be incorporated into tender documents in conjunction with the relevant engineering department.
• Produce accurate manpower estimation sheets, priced equipment lists and provisional and general costing for the project aligned with the construction schedules and method statements.
• Prepare a projected cash flow for the proposal.
• Liaise with Proposal Engineers and incorporate any modification as required.
• Produce the basis of cost reporting and evaluate contractual issues.
• Assist the administrative personnel.
• Assist with payment applications and invoicing should queries arise during project execution.
• Assist with cost controlling should queries arise during project execution.
• Attend internal and client meetings.
• Coach and mentor Junior Estimators.
• Manage Estimating teams on multidisciplinary tenders involving complex estimating processes involving engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction.
• Any other job related duties as required from time to time.

Competencies/skills:

• Proven track record of accurate estimation of manpower, capital and indirect costs for construction projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and keep to strict deadlines.
• Ability to read and understand project schedules.
• Computer literate (MS Office, SAP, planning - and estimating software).
• Ability to do presentations to and communicate to Senior Management.
• Deadlines driven, punctual and keeps to schedule.
• Accuracy of record keeping and assumption.
• Fluent in both written, verbal communication (English).
• Coaching and mentoring skills.
• Management skills.
• Good presentation skills.

Preferred Requirements:

• B.Sc., B.Eng. or B.Tech. Engineering degree: 5 – 7 years’ estimating experience.
• National Technical Diploma: 10 – 15 years’ estimating experience.
• Artisan Trade Test would be advantageous.
• 7 – 10 Years’ construction site experience working as a technical personnel on maintenance or construction site.
• Proven track record of accurate estimation of manpower, capital and indirect costs for construction projects
• Knowledge of engineering contracts (NEC and FIDIC).
• Knowledge of cost estimating and control principles from the AACE.
• Computer literate (MS Office, SAP, planning - and estimating software).