Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Our Client is a well-established, ambitious and fast-growing building contractor based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, in Heathfield/Bergvliet. The business provides its services to the Insurance; Public; Private and Property Management sectors in the Western Cape region and has a strong base of blue-chip clients

Their ideal candidate is someone who has solid foundational knowledge of Estimating procedures and principles, who is a highly effective communicator and an effective Estimating Quantity Surveyor


Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management, or a related qualification and experience.
• Min 8 to 10 years of experience in Estimating or Quantity Surveying roles in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of Industry standards for Construction Estimating.
• Strong knowledge of the Tendering process construction methods and processes.
• Proven track record in Tendering and Estimating.

Important Duties and Key Responsibilities:
Tendering Process:

• Generate Sales: Experience in Procuring Contracts
• Develop and submit comprehensive Tender proposals.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotes.
• Experience in preparation and the understanding of Bill of Quantities

Cost Estimation:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
• Analyse project specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required materials.

Cost Control:

• Monitor project costs and identify areas for cost savings.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project profitability.
• Researching prices and collecting quotes
• Project cash flow forecasts
• Drawing up detailed and accurate price lists for the projects

Contract Administration:

• Strong Administration and self-management Skills
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of contracts.
• Review and negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Updating costing and contract information

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess potential risks related to project costs.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure project profitability.
• Considering risk assessments and health and safety requirements

Collaboration:

• Work closely with Clients, HODs, Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide cost-related advice to support decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Management:

• Project Programming (BOQ)
• Site inspections to ensure quality and progress according to schedule

Proficient in Relevant Software & Contractual documentation

• MS Excel
• MS Projects
• CCS
• JBCC
• NEC

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
• Deadline driven
• Highly organised
• Excellent time management.
• Technical abilities