RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuses on select market segments. These are Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain and Manufacturing. With over 12 years of experience in the recruitment industry, RPO Recruitment has access to over 80,000 candidates across various industries, all accessible through our highly trained and specialised recruiters. At RPO Recruitment, we have access to the most popular job portals and recruitment sites to enable us to hunt for those positions.
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RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading building contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Estimating Manager to join its KwaZulu-Natal Building Division.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven construction professional with a passion for estimating, strong commercial acumen and the ability to lead the tendering process on major building projects.
The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new work by preparing accurate, competitive and commercially sound tenders while contributing to the continued growth of the business.
Key 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.
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.
Benefits:
Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications
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