Project Coordinator/Estimator - Atlantic Seaboard Verfied

R 60k per month Atlantic Seaboard, Western Cape Atlantic Seaboard, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 04-02-2020 2:29:27 PM
31-03-2020 2:29:27 PM
Description

On behalf of one of our numerous clients who has been building and restoring commercial spaces and homes for over 20 years in South Africa we are seeking for a Project Coordinator/Estimator.

Key Responsibilities:

-Assist with the general operations through the development of project schedules, budgets, client interactions, communications, material, sub-trades, change orders and all other administration related to a successful project completion.
-Prepare cost estimates by analyzing proposals and requirements. Prepares work to be estimated by gathering labour costs, material, time requirements, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
-Complete, interpret, review and approve survey work to confirm designs and contract quantities for payment.
-Coordinate projects to ensure executed on time and budget, and delivered economically, efficiently and effectively, all within compliance of the required standard and specifications of the client.
-Liaise with clients and client representatives to ensure that Century West is delivering a quality product within a given timeline at a high level of service.
-Work closely with Project Managers, Management, Clients, Safety and employees to ensure daily activities are carried out safely.
-Develop AutoCad drawings and working drawings for renovation projects.
-Prepare invoices and collect receivables.

Qualifications:
-Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration or Architecture technology, Construction Management would be considered an asset.
-Minimum 5+ years of related senior administration and/or project coordination experience, ideally in a construction environment. An equivalent of education and experience will be considered.
-Previous experience estimating is preferred.
-Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); willing to learn and work with in-house software programs.
-Outstanding communication, relationship building and conflict resolution capabilities.
-Valid Driver's Licence.

Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
Additional Skills
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Operate CADD systems
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Databases