Estimator (Africa Operations) - Kempton Park, Gauteng (with travel to other territories/project
SUMMARY:
A leading construction and engineering group is seeking a mid-career, tech-savvy Estimator to join the Head Office team in Kempton Park.
POSITION INFO:
Estimator (Africa Operations) - Kempton Park, Gauteng (with travel to other territories\/project locations as required) - Salary Market Related About the Opportunity A leading construction and group is seeking a mid-career, tech-savvy Estimator to join the Head Office team in Kempton Park. This role serves as part of a planned succession strategy to work alongside and eventually take over from a Senior Estimator over the next 3 to 5 years. The ideal candidate is a multi-disciplinary professional with experience in both Roads & Earthworks (R&E) and Building projects. Managing Directors are looking for a forward-thinking professional who embraces digital transformation, modern technology, and advanced software to streamline estimating processes. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed, accurate, and competitive tender estimates for large-scale and multi-disciplinary construction projects across Africa. Build complete cost models covering direct labor, plant, materials, preliminaries, and indirect overheads. Evaluate tender documents, technical drawings, scope specifications, and subcontractor queries. Collaborate with Commercial, Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams to ensure pricing aligns with company risk and governance policies. Leverage modern digital tools and technology to improve speed, cost intelligence, and accuracy in bid submissions. Perform value engineering and risk assessments during early tender stages. Travel periodically to project sites and regional territories as required. Requirements & Qualifications Education: Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Civil\/Structural Engineering. Experience: 5-8 years' experience in an estimating role, alongside 5-8 years of direct on-site construction experience. Discipline Expertise: Multi-disciplinary background covering Roads & Earthworks (R&E) as well as general Building projects. Technical & Software Skills: Proven proficiency in CCS (Candy), Buildsmart, and advanced MS Excel. High adaptability toward modern estimating technologies and digitisation. Contracts Knowledge: Strong working familiarity with standard conditions of contract (FIDIC, NEC, JBCC). Mobility: Willingness and ability to travel across project sites and regional offices.