Civil Estimator (Water Infrastructure) Construction Industry
Description
RPO Recruitments client a leading civil engineering contractor in South Africa is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to join its team in Durban. This role is best suited to a highly analytical professional with extensive estimating experience on water infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for civil engineering projects.
- Analyse drawings specifications bills of quantities and tender documentation.
- Measure quantities and compile detailed pricing schedules.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Assess project risks construction methodologies and resource requirements.
- Prepare tender programmes cash flows and cost build-ups.
- Participate in tender adjudication meetings and value engineering exercises.
- Liaise with clients consultants suppliers and internal project teams.
- Ensure tenders are submitted accurately and within required deadlines.
Requirements:
- Degree or National Diploma in Civil Engineering Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related qualification.
- Minimum 10 years estimating experience within the civil construction industry.
- Proven experience pricing water infrastructure projects including water treatment works wastewater treatment works pump stations reservoirs bulk pipelines and related municipal infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods rates and contract documentation.
- Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent analytical commercial and negotiation skills.
Benefits:
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: or email us your CV:
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Package & Remuneration
Market Related
About Us
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1