Senior Civil Engineering Estimator - Western Cape

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEERING ESTIMATOR PERMANENT POSITION: HEAD OFFICE, WESTERN CAPE Job Summary: The Senior Civil Engineering Estimator plays a critical role in tendering, contract negotiations and client relationships. This individual fulfils a senior position within the Company and reports directly to the MD and Directors of the Company. Duties/Responsibilities: Tendering: Identifying and evaluating suitable tenders for the Company, taking into consideration Company resources and profitability margins Compiling cost estimates using input date from the Tender Assistants Identifying all potential cost hazards and risks and communicating these ahead of tender submissions Preparing work plans for tenders Presenting complete tender cost estimates to the Managing Director for signoff Submitting tenders to Clients Ensuring the Company tenders competitively Chair regular tender adjudication meetings Contract Negotiations: Conduct meetings with prospective clients Manage post-tender negotiations and appointments with Clients Determining tender cost parameters and communicating this to Site Management and QS Teams to ensure projects remain on budget Education and Experience: PR Tech (Civil or QS) or B.Eng (Civil or QS) At least 12 – 15 years’ experience within an estimating position in a civil engineering construction environment Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent English verbal and written communication skills Excellent analytical, numerical, planning and negotiation skills Contract knowledge of GCC, JBCC, NEC and FIDI contract suites Experience working with CANDY/CSS Excellent MS Excel Skills Valid Drivers Licence and prepared to travel as and when required. Salary: Highly negotiable based on experience

Location: Cape Town, ZA

Posted Date: 10/28/2025