Vacant Jobs at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Estimation Development

• Produce estimates and pricing schedules for tender submissions cross-referenced with ERP System (IFF), WBS and Activity Schedules
• Plan and manage estimating tasks and associated activities in compliance with company procedures
• Review commercial requirements, scope of work, site information, and study reports from Client Tender documents
• Prepare bills of material from Material Take-Off (MTO) for market pricing
• Coordinate and assess discipline engineering, procurement, and planning inputs during estimate development
• Perform project cost forecasts, cash flows, and escalation calculations using industry indices
• Perform cost analysis and risk assessments to identify potential financial issues.
• Provide post-tender commercial analysis and participate in clarification processes

Technical Coordination

• Review technical drawings, site layouts, PFDs, P&IDs and verify engineering information
• Generate equipment lists, MTOs, BOQs, and schedules of quantities from engineering drawings
• Develop high-level Work Breakdown Structures and preliminary project schedules
• Liaise with design engineers to ensure scope is correctly identified and measurable in cost models
• Evaluate construction methodology for estimation of field requirements and labour.
• Evaluate engineering effort and market quotations against project schedules
• Coordinate with project managers and planners to align cost models with WBS structures

Procurement Support

• Collaborate with procurement teams to obtain marketplace cost information
• Participate in RFQ commercial adjudication processes
• Provide guidance on construction contract selection (JBCC, FIDIC, NEC, GCC)
• Review and adjudicate subcontractor and vendor pricing using first principle estimating

Database Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain comprehensive rate databases and cost benchmarking systems
• Engage regularly with all stakeholders throughout the estimating process
• Support cost engineers and quantity surveyors as required
• Attend post-tender review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATION

Essential:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or an advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying registered with SACQSP
• Certified Cost Engineer (CCE) or Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) qualification
• 5-10 years post-qualification MEIP (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Piping) experience

Preferred:

• CCS Candy Certification or demonstrable proficiency
• Professional certification in relevant engineering or construction management discipline 

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• 3-10 years of MEIP experience in cost estimating within industrial/construction environments
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Experience with project planning software (CCS Planning, MS Project, or Primavera P6)
• Proven track record in tender preparation and cost estimation accuracy

Advantageous:

• Industrial engineering experience
• Working knowledge of various construction contract suites
• Experience in EPC/EPCm project environments
• Previous exposure to risk assessment and commercial adjudication processes

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Tenant Management & Occupancy Support

• Compile and analyse monthly tenant requests and maintenance job reports
• Address tenant concerns and coordinate comprehensive maintenance needs
• Maintain accurate tenant occupancy and maintenance records
• Identify tenant risks and facilitate appropriate referrals
• Deliver timely resolution of tenant issues and maintain strong tenant relationships

Hard Services Management & Maintenance Coordination

• Manage facilities tickets, job cards, and service callouts in collaboration with helpdesk and Maintenance Technician
• Maintain detailed logs of faults, actions, and response times for all maintenance activities
• Assist in planning renovation and maintenance projects ensuring regulatory compliance
• Update and maintain asset registers for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, and other building systems
• Schedule and supervise external service providers ensuring compliance with building codes and safety standards
• Provide weekly maintenance progress reports and updates to Senior Facilities Manager

Soft Services Management & Event Coordination

• Collaborate with helpdesk to manage soft service tickets and office technical support
• Assist in planning and organizing company events, meetings, and conferences
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Facilities Manager
• Ensure minimal disruption from soft service or technical issues

Vendor Management & Procurement Support

• Source competitive quotes for facility projects and negotiate contracts and service agreements
• Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues promptly
• Maintain approved vendor and contractor database
• Ensure cost-effective contracts that meet quality standards

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and motivate 1-3 team members, including Facilities Support Assistant
• Set clear goals, conduct regular team meetings, and provide constructive feedback
• Support performance improvement and development initiatives
• Foster positive team engagement and communication

Financial Administration & Budget Management

• Create and manage job cards related to maintenance projects
• Raise purchase orders on IFS system and process invoices and payments
• Compare quotations and maintain comprehensive financial documentation
• Assist Senior Facilities Manager with budget expenditure, forecasting, and cost-saving initiatives
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing tasks

QUALIFICATION

• Higher Certificate or Diploma in Facilities Management, Property Management, or related field
• Relevant technical or administrative certifications

Alternative:

• Equivalent combination of education and experience in facilities management or related field

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Facilities Management or Coordination roles
• At least 2 years' experience in Office and Financial Administration
• Minimum 2 years' supervisory or team leadership experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Suite (advanced Excel preferred)
• Experience with report writing and maintenance administration systems

Advantageous:

• Experience with IFS system or similar ERP platforms
• Background in property management or building maintenance
• Experience managing multiple site locations
• Knowledge of Cape Town commercial property market