Senior Estimator - Civil Construction Industry - KZN & Gauteng
RPO Recruitment
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Posted 24 October 2025
Job Details
Job Description
Our client, a reputable and well-established civil engineering and construction contractor, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Estimator to lead their estimating function. This senior role offers the opportunity to drive the preparation of high-quality cost estimates and tender submissions for significant infrastructure projects including roads, structures, pipelines, and bulk earthworks.
Requirements:
- Degree or Bachelor of Technology (Minimum NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in the Civil Engineering/Construction Industry
- At least 5 years of proven estimating experience in a senior capacity
- Strong background combining both site construction experience and estimating office expertise
- Track record of successfully winning tenders and securing profitable contracts
- Experience estimating roads, structures, pipelines, and bulk earthworks projects
- Proven expertise with CCS Candy software for estimating and post-tender cost control
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, data analysis, cost modeling)
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project software for programme development
Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.
- Salary: negotiable.
- 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 at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.