Estimator / Cost Engineer
Location: Olifantsfontein
Offer: R 18 000 – R 20 000
Availability: Immediate or ASAP
Type: Permanent

Qualification, Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Mathematics and Engineering - knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
• National Diploma or B. Tech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or similar) is preferential
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or other CAD programs
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at advanced level including extensive knowledge of data analysis and functions so to cost quickly, accurately and effectively
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience is preferential
• Administration and management - knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of accounting principles, budgetary principles, forecasting, budget and cost analysis
• Knowledge of contract administration policies, procedures and concepts including change orders and contract amendments
• Knowledge of cost control, estimating and program management
• Knowledge of engineering project management; including scheduling and construction management
• Experience with working on SAP
• Business One is preferential but not a prerequisite
• English language - knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Customer and personal service - knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Production and processing - knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Clerical -knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology
• Knowledgeable on the ISO 9001 standard and other Management system standards. (The understanding of quality and standards
• Experience in the steel market or automotive estimation an advantage

Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour estimates
• Assess cost effectiveness of products or assemblies, tracking actual costs relative to quotes submitted as prototypes or developments progress
• Consult with clients, vendors, co-workers in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Confer with other estimators, engineers and owners on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organising, and scheduling work.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting suppliers or outsource suppliers
• Review material and labour requirements, to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce (make) or purchase (buy) components
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers and outsource suppliers
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Establish and maintain tendering process, and conduct negotiations
• Conduct time studies to develop and establish standard labour rates and related cost data or to effect cost reduction
• Draw up bill of materials, work instructions, control plans and procedures for different designs or parts or assemblies; Carry out time studies as required so to better cost and estimate
• Prepare laser nesting’s for quotation and if required production purposes
• Performing the necessary buying and ordering so ensuring the best possible price, quality and lead-time for the business

Please take note that initial correspondence will be via email

Correspondence will be entered into with short-listed candidates
If you have not received a reply within 3 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful