About the position
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / QS
- 3 -5 years of field experience
- 5 years of estimating experience
- Good knowledge of programming as well as estimator software.
- Attention to detail.
- Functioning under pressure is essential.
- Above average skills in planning, administration, cost of time.
- Good negotiation skills - maintaining good client relations.
- Comfortable working overtime
Responsibilities:
Tender Administration
- Request the necessary latest FEM, BCCEI certificates, etc., in advance from the respective departments.
- Request the latest Tax Clearance pin in advance from the necessary department.
- Renewal (Annually and 3-Yearly) as well as upgrade applications of CIDB.
Tender Process (1)
- Monitor advertisements to identify possible Tenders.
- Attend tender/site inspections.
- Request material prices (Tender prices).
- Compare material prices received at the tender stage for use in the tender.
- Consult with the Consulting Engineer Request BOQ and clarify any uncertainties.
- Price the tender on EJM.
- Draw up the Tender Program (MS Projects).
- Complete and submit Tender Documents before deadlines (Include supporting documentation).
Tender Process (2) (If successful)
- Negotiate for better contract material prices.
- Issue bulk orders and follow up.
- Schedule and hold kick-off meetings with the Contract Manager, Site Agent, etc.
Construction Stage
- Visit construction sites and compare processes, outputs, etc., with those used at the tender stage and take necessary action where needed.
- Compile new rates for additional works or where the scope of certain items has changed.
Reports
- Check Site Certificate Register & Current and Future Projects reports before distribution.
- Handle cost management reports in collaboration with QS.
Ejm
- Update the Masterbill add and change where necessary.
- Sort out errors and shortcomings immediately with line management or Ernst Marais
Cost Management
- Handle cost management reports in collaboration with QS.
- Schedule, lead, and handle cost management meetings.
Public Relations
- Liaison and communication with Suppliers, Clients, and Engineers.
- Letters to Engineers, Clients, and/or Suppliers where necessary.
Other
- Any other task or instruction that is reasonable and in line with the skillset of the employee.
Desired Skills:
- Public Relations
- Cost Management
- Reports
- Tender Administration
- Tender
Desired Work Experience:
