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Job Title: Civil Construction Estimator
Note: 40 hours per week. It can be 50 hours per week.
Job Summary
The Civil Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate cost
estimates for civil infrastructure projects including earthworks roads drainage
utilities and concrete works. The role involves reviewing drawings and
specifications performing quantity take-offs sourcing supplier and subcontractor
pricing and producing competitive risk-aware tenders that support profitable
project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimating & Tendering
Review tender documents drawings specifications and scope of works
Perform detailed quantity take-offs for civil works (earthworks pavements
services structures etc.)
Prepare accurate cost estimates budgets and tender submissions
Develop pricing based on labour materials plant subcontractors
overheads and margins
Identify cost risks value engineering opportunities and alternative
construction methods
Supplier & Subcontractor Management
Request assess and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations
Maintain a database of subcontractors suppliers and current market rates
Evaluate scope gaps and ensure quotes align with project requirements
Commercial & Risk Analysis
Identify project risks exclusions assumptions and contingencies
Assist with contract reviews and clarification submissions
Support bid strategy development and pricing reviews
Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with project managers engineers and construction teams
Participate in tender reviews and handover meetings
Prepare cost breakdowns schedules and estimating reports for
management
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience
Minimum 35 years experience in civil construction estimating (junior
roles may require less)
Experience estimating projects such as roads subdivisions utilities
drainage or bulk earthworks
Exposure to both lump sum and schedule-of-rates contracts (preferred)
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of civil construction methods and sequencing
Proficiency in quantity take-offs and cost estimation
Experience with estimating software (e.g Trimble Excel Expert Estimator)
Ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specifications
Knowledge of local construction standards and regulations
Minimum 35 years experience in civil construction estimating (junior roles may require less) Experience estimating projects such as roads subdivisions utilities drainage or bulk earthworks Exposure to both lump sum and schedule-of-rates contracts (preferred)