Estimator – Construction Industry – R1M – R720K Full Time

Description:

RPO Recruitment’s client, a highly reputable building and civil contractor in Gauteng, is currently seeking a qualified Estimator to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg as soon as possible.

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Building or BTech in Civil/Quantity Surveying/Construction Management or similar
• Between 6 and 10 years’ experience working as an Estimator in the construction industry
• A solid grounding in Building and Civil Engineering practices
• A solid understanding of buildability, resourcing required and programming
• Familiar with standard conditions of contract for building and civil engineering works such as JBCC, FIDIC, NEC3, etc.
• Aware of the importance of specifications being adhered to in the pricing and submission of tenders
• Familiar with standard methods of measurement for building and civil engineering works
• Conversant with Bills of Quantities for the construction industry
• Be able to read and understand drawings from the consultants, such as architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.
• Aware of labour and plant production figures, average waste factors, etc.
• Be aware of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality issues, in practical and costing terms
• Be aware of site conditions for working
• Be aware of dealing with the local community and any costs that this may entail
• Must be conversant with CCS “Candy” Construction Software
• Must be conversant with MS Office Suite, in particular Excel and Word
• Extract materials from BOQ / drawings and compile for the buying department in order to send out enquiries to the supply chain
• Extract subcontract packages from BOQ/drawings and compile for tender buying to send out to the supply chain
• Have a good working knowledge of building up worksheet rates for Direct Works such as Concrete, Formwork and Brickwork and Plasterwork.

Benefits:

Salary:  R720K – R1M CTC per annum, negotiable

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh (021 180 0776) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: Engineers@rpo-recruit.za.com