Electrical Estimator

About the position

Our client, a national construction company, specialising in medium to large scale projects, seeks to employ an experienced and qualified Electrical Estimator, for their operation in Cape Town.

This role is focused to candidates with a background in estimation of electrical projects within the construction sector, specifically with advanced proficiency is CCS Candy, a proven track record in understanding special project requirements and tender documentation.

KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION:

• You will have a tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering coupled with 5+ years experience in the construction sector, in the electrical discipline, developing accurate, compliant and competitive tenders through a thorough and advanced estimating practice
• You will have a proven track record in extracting components and quantities from drawings to provide a preliminary costing budget for projects.
• You will have experience in working closely with engineers, procurement and finance to ensure all information and contributions are accurate and timeously received to meet clients deadlines for submission.
• You will have experience in preparing financial summaries, tender schedules, proposal detail sheets and pricing schedules for the Proposal Manager and for management review.
• You will have a good network of suppliers and sub-contractors to tap into for best pricing and
• You must be a detailed-orientated and organized team player with demonstrated delivery in high pressure situations.
• You must have a driver's license, a clear criminal and credit record, and reliable transport.

It is to be noted that our client does not provide relocation assistance, therefore, should you wish to apply and be outside of the Western Cape, you will be responsible for your own cost to relocate if successful

Due to the exceptionally high volumes of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• estimating
• Electrical Estimating
• Tender Preparation
• BOQ
• Tender Submission
• MEP Management
• Value engineering
• Project Cost Control
• Cost Planning
• Submittals
• CCS Candy

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree