QS Estimator

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Civil Engineering company that specialize in geosynthetic materials are searching for an Estimator.

Purpose of the job: To accurately project the cost and profitability of projects

Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering or National Diploma or B Tech qualification in the same field will also be considered (Degree will be a definite advantage)
• 2 - 3 years in Civil Construction experience in Estimating and Quantity Surveying
• English language proficiency
• Very important: Ability to read technical drawings
• Very important: Must be proficient in Excel and MSWord; experience with MS projects will be beneficial
• Above-average numerical ability
• Attention to detail
• Ability to interact at various levels
• Problem Solving Ability
• Communication Skills – both written and verbal
• BE PREPARED TO WORK AFTER HOURS IF NECESSARY TO MEET DEADLINES FOR TENDERS
• Own transport

Responsibilities:

• Prepare thorough and complete cost estimates for proposed projects / contracts in order to determine the profitability
• Prepare tenders
• Prepare quotes
• Attend tender briefings, occasionally on site, as and when required
• Analyse data such as labour costs, equipment, materials, subcontracts, overheads, insurance, mark-up, and any other costs that may affect the contracts
• Utilise drawings to provide detailed specification cost information
• Prepare quotes for general telephonic enquiries
• Provide information to clients on all products
• Follow up on orders and liaise with the client accordingly
• Obtain and collate information for tenders
• Assist Contract Managers with claims
• Assist Contract Managers cost advice and price information during all stages of the contract
• Maintaining electronic filing systems on all enquiries

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