Project Estimator

SUMMARY:
Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Project Estimator to join the team in Kempton Park.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Sales and Projects teams by preparing accurate project estimates, quotations, cost analyses, and technical calculations for capital projects. This position is ideal for someone with an engineering background who enjoys problem-solving, technical costing, and working in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile accurate sales quotations for customers.
• Assist with the preparation of schematic and layout drawings based on customer specifications.
• Measure and specify project layouts to ensure accurate site planning and reticulation.
• Conduct detailed costing calculations for electricity and water reticulation projects, including site inspections where required.
• Prepare cost estimates for steel, panels, concrete, structures, housing, and related project components.
• Calculate landed costs and source pricing for specialised quotations.
• Maintain supplier price lists, costing databases, and pricing schedules.
• Work closely with the Sales team to develop competitive customer proposals and presentations.
• Collaborate with the Projects team to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Analyse project cost variances and report on budget deviations.
• Assist the Estimator, Costing Engineer, and Engineering team with technical calculations and capital expenditure quotations.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the estimating and projects function.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Highly organised with excellent planning and time management skills.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of project costing.
• Competent in managing technical project requirements and operational processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, well-presented, and confident.
• High attention to detail with a strong sense of urgency.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Performs well under pressure and consistently meets deadlines.
• Assertive with sound decision-making abilities.
• High level of integrity with a strong commitment to confidentiality.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12).
• BTech/BSc in Civil Engineering or a related qualification.

Experience & Technical Skills

• Relevant previous estimating or engineering experience.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with project costing, estimating, or engineering calculations will be advantageous.

Reports to: Estimator & Costing Engineer