Job Openings 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).

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Key Performance Areas:

• Register enquiries received, and evaluation of enquiry documentation.
• Clarify client requirements, obtain input and tender qualification from internal departments and subcontractors and compile and submit to the Proposals Manager a detailed enquiry summary, highlighting the major commercial, technical and special requirements.
• Compile “Bid Approval” documents for shareholder approval.
• Compile, submit and evaluate subcontractor enquiries and offers and expediting enquiries and clarification queries.
• Attend bid clarification meetings with clients and subcontractors.
• Establish site requirements.
• Calculate tender price in accordance with client requirements and internal procedures.
• Compile proposals and obtain approval.
• Attend and chair internal tender review meetings.
• Issue tenders to clients.
• Attend post tender negotiations.
• Evaluate orders received against proposals submitted and agreements negotiated.
• Follow up with the client and compile and update proposals tracking information.
• Compile a comprehensive handover report of successful proposals to the appointed Project Manager.
• Develop proposal forms and methods on an ongoing basis in conjunction with the Proposals Managers.
• Establish, expand and maintain close contacts with key client representatives.
• Any other job related duties as required from time to time.

Competencies/skills:

• Ability to work under immense pressure and time constraints.
• Deadline driven.
• Able to work in a team and independently.
• Flexible and willing to travel.
• Willing to work additional hours as and when necessary.
• Demonstrate sound work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-management and office mannerism commensurate with working in open plan offices.
• Diligent and strive to get work done.
• Excellent communicator.
• Pedantic and focus on attention to detail.
• Pursue improved methods over accepted norms.
• Commercial and financial acumen.
• Strong technical mind-set.
• Highly numerate with the ability to research, assemble, manage and manipulate numerical information.
• Organisational and presentation skills.
• Ability to confidently interact with senior management.

 Preferred Requirements:

• National Diploma or Engineering degree.
• 3 Years’ post graduate experience in the construction/ erection environment/ power generation and/or petrochemical.
• 1 Year experience in tendering, with a proven track record in tender compilation would be advantageous.
• Working knowledge of engineering contracts (NEC and FIDIC).
• Computer literate (MS Excel, Word and Power Point and MS Project or alternative planning programmes).

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Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure and provide that the highest standards and quality are achievable for boiler pressure parts designs, boiler operations, maintenance and outages execution activities.
• Ensure compliance to all legislative, regulatory, company and customer requirements.
• Advance and implement knowledge of local and international best equipment, materials, information, practices and processes.
• Analyse engineering designs for boiler pressure parts.
• Plan, conduct, track and report boiler engineering investigations.
• Review subcontractor procedures, processes and documentation in order to determine that applicable code and design requirements are satisfied.
• Oversee, provide input and coordination for outage planning, scope of work development, RCFA and preventative maintenance strategies to ensure optimised boiler outages for long term boiler health.
• Ensure that stakeholders are qualified in accordance with standards and contract specifications and obtain approval of the Client appointed Inspection Authority or third parties.
• Develop and update procedures as per contract and standards requirements to ensure client acceptance and satisfaction.
• Ensure the approval of procedures and data sheets by the Client appointed Inspection Authorities prior to commencement of work.
• Provide technical support with industry standards and specifications such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, AWS, API, CSA, ISO, DIN, TRD, BS and EN.
• Coordinate failure analysis and root cause analysis on welding and heat treatment related matters.
• Study engineering drawings to determine optimal procedural requirements for maintenance and replacement of components.
• Review daily and monthly performance reports and identifies deficiencies in plant operations.
• Compilation and implementation of repair procedures.
• Enforce and maintain all legislative requirements related to boiler design and operation activities.
• Review materials in the material purchasing specifications and storage and handling of parent materials.
• Fulfil all job specific requirements and to perform all tasks set out under these job specific requirements.
• Any other job related duties as required from time to time.

Competencies/skills:

• Ability to work productively without close supervision.
• Ability to effectively handle projects that run concurrently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems.
• Planning and scheduling.
• Ability to work well with others in a team setting.

Preferred Requirements:

• Eng./B.Sc. Hons. Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Preference for M.Sc./M.Eng. in Engineering.
• Must be Professional Registered with ESCA as a Pr. Eng.
• Project Management qualification would be advantageous.
• 5 - 10 Years’ boiler engineering experience in high pressure steam boiler erection, petrochemical industry, piping and/or a heavy engineering, multi-disciplinary team, project management and environment and in Boiler Plant operations, maintenance, outages and design.
• Knowledge and understanding of mechanical and structural components as it relates to boiler engineering assessments and recommendations.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of boiler plant operations, maintenance and outage planning and coordination.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Boiler codes such as the ASME codes, EN standards, FFFR, NACE and NBIC.
• Knowledge and understanding of quality systems.
• Computer literate (MS Office).