Senior Estimator - Muizenberg, South Africa - CONTOURS LANDSCAPES

Description

DATE OF COMMENCEMENT
This vacancy is available as of 1st August 2023 or ASAP


BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION
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Contours Landscapes (PTY) Ltd _is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced '
Senior Estimator' for their commercial and residential construction departments

The successful applicant will report to the estimation department manager / HOD. This is an office-based position.


REMUNERATION PACKAGE
Salary is negotiable but will be market-related and commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience
(latest pay-slip will be requested when shortlisted)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

• Support the company estimating department in the submission of tenders and quotes
• Gather all tender information timeously before submission of tenders
• Pricing and submission of all quotations and tender bids in the company estimating department in CCS Candy or company excel template
• Preparing and setting up Bills of Quantities for pricing
• Source and follow up on leads
• Monitor/evaluate /archive bid submissions and adjudications
• Follow up on RFQs submitted by current and prospective clients
• Accurately save and file all documents
• Collate and prepare bid/quote documents for submission by considering all required functions:
• _Checking formatting and spelling of each tender before submission;_

- _Checking formulas and calculations in the tender document before submission;_
- _Ensuring that all data required to ensure a submission is responsive is attended to;_
- _Ensure an understanding of the bid requirements/specifications;_
- _Thoroughly analyze drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates;_
- _Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the scope for specific skills assigned;_
- _Undertake detailed project analysis;_

• Utilize all tools necessary to compile, adjust, and present final documentation at the highest level of quality
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, colleagues, suppliers, and other parties
• Professionally and efficiently manage all posttender engagements
• Compiling and pricing Variation Orders
• Liaising with Buying department to ensure procurement rates are as submitted tender rates
• Populate and manage quote controls
• Juggle multiple tasks and provide cost estimates promptly to meet tender and quote submission deadlines
• Act as a resource to project management during the award/startup phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of installation
• Direct participation in:

- _Procurement documentation, including advice and interaction with clients regarding conditions of contract and payment preambles_
- _Bid adjudication outcom_es
- _Project administration: Contract notices, guarantees, electronic filing, etc_
- _Finalisation of Accounts_
- _Dispute Resolution_


MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:


TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
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B.Sc(QS)
or B.Tech degree in the built and/or landscaping environment


WORK-BASED EXPERIENCE
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Minimum of 5 years of estimating experience in the built and_
/_or landscaping environment


I.T. AND COMPUTER LITERACY

NON-NEGOTIABLE

• Microsoft office suite
• MS Excel (Advanced)
• MS Word (proficient)
• CCS Candy

NEGOTIABLE AND TO YOUR ADVANTAGE

• Auto CAD

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Working knowledge of NEC, GCC, and JBCC suite of contracts
• An understanding of construction documentation
• RSA citizen or valid South African work permit/Visa
• Valid Code B driver's license with no endorsements
• Contactable references
• No criminal record (Criminal checks will be undertaken)
• Financially stable (Credit checks will be undertaken)

CHARACTER SKILLS AND BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY

• This position is suited to a
  'left brain' dominant individual
• Efficient and organized
• Logic methodical/analytical thinker with an ability to follow systems
• Deadlinedriven
• Ability to multi Task
• Ability to operate in a fastpaced and stressful environment whilst remaining functional, approachable, and polite
• Critical thinking and solid decisionmaking skills
• Facts with strong numerical skills
• Detail orientated
• Disciplined
• Organised
• Ability to prioritize tasks (implement Eisenhower decisions Matrix and Priority matrix)
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised
• High levels of emotional intelligence with interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to adjust to dynamic projectpriorities
• Confident
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Good communication skills
• Practically minded
• On occasion, willingness to work longer than normal office hours at a fast pace and in a pressured environment

LANGUAGE OF COMMUNICATION

• English
• Afrikaans

- isiXhosa (Beneficial)

If you possess these requirements then please submit your:

• CV
• Qualifications
• Salary expectation **(your latest payslip will be reques