Estimator - Buildings

An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Estimator to join our client’s head office team. This role is ideal for a construction professional who has developed substantial estimating expertise on major building developments

Requirements

• BSc / BSc Hons in Quantity Surveying, Construction Studies or equivalent
• 5–8 years of estimating experience within the building construction sector
• Demonstrated involvement in projects valued at R200 million and above
• Experience working specifically in an estimating function rather than a Quantity Surveying role
• Strong commercial awareness and cost-planning capabilities
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation and assess project requirements
• Develop accurate and competitive cost estimates for large-scale building projects
• Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Participate in tender adjudication and bid reviews
• Monitor market trends and pricing movements
• Prepare reports and recommendations for management
• Support the successful delivery of tender submissions

Should you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please email your updated CV attached to ***email_hidden*** , alternatively contact the team on 021 551 2621 or visit our website, www.tumaini.co

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.