Estimator; Civils

Position: ESTIMATOR (CIVILS)
Location: Brackenfell
ESTIMATOR (CIVILS) — CAPE TOWN (NORTHERN SUBURBS)
A competitive, market-related salary awaits the right professional

Are you a seasoned Civils Estimator ready to make your mark at a reputable, long-established construction company? We are a respected civil engineering contractor based in Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs, delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the region. We are looking for a highly skilled Estimator to strengthen our tendering and pricing function and contribute to our continued growth and success. This is a key office-based role that requires technical expertise, strong costing capability, and a solid understanding of civil construction processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering (preferred)
• 10–15 years’ civils estimating experience with proven CCS proficiency
• Strong knowledge of tendering, cost estimating, and QS principles
• Able to interpret drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical ability
• Skilled in interpreting civil engineering documentation
• Proficient in estimating/modelling software (advantageous)
• Highly organised, structured, and deadline-driven
• Professional interpersonal skills with strong commercial and cost-control focus

Key Responsibilities

• Identify suitable tender opportunities through market research and project evaluation
• Review tender documents and assess qualification criteria and returnable requirements
• Attend site briefings and inspections
• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and pricing schedules using CCS
• Compile and submit complete, compliant bid documents within deadlines
• Adjudicate quotations and support procurement decisions
• Monitor tender validity periods and coordinate extensions
• Follow up on submitted bids and provide outcome reports to senior management
• Lead and support tender office staff