Estimator

2 months ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Turner & Townsend Full time
Job Title: Estimator

Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company specializing in program management, project management, cost management, and consulting across the property, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Johannesburg office and contribute to our success.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering projects, securing new and maintaining existing clients, and promoting the values of Turner & Townsend. As an Estimator, you will provide services that help our clients devise strategies to deliver successful business solutions prior to sanction, achieve confidence around project delivery, ensure projects are effectively managed and controlled, and facilitate the capture and transfer of knowledge.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, review, and agree the scope, basis, and methodology of any estimate to be undertaken.
  • Review estimates in accordance with methodology used and agree quality and accuracy of the estimate as well as appropriate contingency levels.
  • Prepare and maintain project historical data and trends.
  • Drive establishment of new projects at the earliest design phases to ensure compliance with program controls.
  • Liaise with project teams to ensure each project's change management and schedule management is aligned with the standardized WBS and estimating processes.
  • Review detailed construction estimates from contractors at various stages of the design maturity and provide recommendations.
  • Assist in the development of high-level conceptual ROM estimates to support early property development planning efforts.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining a library of templates, best practice standards, and procedures for all estimating activities for the project teams.
  • Support business unit leadership with ad-hoc cost performance studies, labour rates assessments, market analysis, and other Estimating/Project Controls related functions.
Requirements
  • 7-10 years of experience working as a cost estimator in the mining, process, and infrastructure industries.
  • Bachelor's and/or postgraduate degree in engineering, construction, or a quantitative field.
  • Understanding of mining production and cost metrics.
  • Knowledge of mining processes and operations.
  • Demonstrated estimating experience in large-scale and complex projects, including but not limited to Civil, Structural, and MEP.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience working in a variety of cost estimating tools.
  • Working knowledge of CCS is preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially regarding reports and presentations.
  • Team player with demonstrated professional and interpersonal skills, interfacing with all levels of the organization, clients, and vendors.
  • Detail and action-oriented with excellent organization skills and demonstrated ability to multitask.
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and quickly pivot in response to evolving priorities.
Additional Information

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.

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