Senior Civil Estimator- Construction Industry
RPO Recruitment
Somerset West, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 26 September 2025

Job Details

Job Description

Our client, a well-established civil engineering construction company, in the Somerset West area, is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineering Estimator to join their leadership team. This is a senior-level position offering direct reporting lines to executive management and significant influence over business development and profitability.

Requirements:

  • B.Eng Civil Engineering or BSc Quantity Surveying
  • Professional Registration (Civil or QS)
  • 12-15 years of estimating experience within civil engineering construction
  • Proven track record in senior estimating roles
  • Advanced proficiency in CANDY/CSS estimating software
  • Expert-level Microsoft Excel capabilities
  • Comprehensive knowledge of contract suites: GCC, JBCC, NEC, and FIDIC
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • Exceptional English communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Outstanding planning and negotiation abilities
  • Valid driver's license with willingness to travel as required
  • Leadership qualities suitable for senior management interaction

Key Responsibilities

Tendering Excellence:

  • Identify and evaluate tender opportunities aligned with company capabilities and profit objectives
  • Develop comprehensive cost estimates utilizing input from tender support teams
  • Conduct thorough risk assessments and hazard identification for all tender submissions
  • Create detailed work plans and project strategies
  • Present fully costed tender proposals to executive management for approval
  • Ensure competitive positioning in all tender submissions
  • Lead tender adjudication meetings and decision-making processes

Contract Management & Client Relations:

  • Conduct client meetings and manage relationship development
  • Lead post-tender negotiations and contract finalization
  • Establish cost parameters for successful projects and communicate to site teams
  • Support project teams in maintaining budget adherence

 

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.