Job Title: Technical Estimator
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Industry: FMCG & Beverage

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Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Technical Estimator to join our client`s team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have strong costing experience in the FMCG and Beverage sectors and proven expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems on a large scale. Experience with ammonia systems is not a requirement, but HVAC/refrigeration experience is essential.

Key

Responsibilities:

• Cost Estimation: Provide accurate and timely cost estimates for HVAC and refrigeration systems, focusing on large-scale installations in the FMCG and beverage industries.
• Tender Support: Assist in the preparation of tenders and provide technical costing input.
• Project Coordination: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to define scope, budget, and timelines.
• Cost Analysis: Analyze project costs, identify savings, and provide cost-effective solutions.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: Source materials, equipment, and services, ensuring competitive pricing and quality.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential cost and technical risks on projects.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on costings, forecasts, and project budgets.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of costing experience in the FMCG or Beverage industries.
• Proven expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems (large-scale applications).
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation processes and techniques.
• Experience with project budgeting, cost control, and project management.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle high-pressure situations.
• Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or a related field.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the ammonia refrigeration industry (not required but advantageous).
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Gillian Weideman at  Hire Resolve
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Description:

We are looking for a versatile and dynamic Technical Estimator to support our projects and service teams. This role involves preparing estimates, quotations, and costings to ensure seamless project execution. You will play a key role in delivering solutions that meet technical standards and client specifications while promoting our brand and values.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare supply, install, and commission costings, estimates, and quotations using MS Excel.
• Interpret and apply knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical components, including pipes, fittings, valves, pumps, motors, switch gear, instrumentation, welding gases, rigging, and cranage.
• Develop RFQs and specifications to obtain supplier pricing.
• Estimate costs for industrial refrigeration or similar projects.
• Create and communicate bills of materials for procurement.
• Maintain proactive communication with customers to provide progress updates.
• Understand and interpret project schedules, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Analyze tenders and RFQs to compile bills of materials.
• Write professional business correspondence using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Optimize workflows by developing and modifying MS Excel spreadsheets.
• Review solutions to ensure compliance with standards and client specifications.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an estimator in an industrial, mechanical, or technical field.
• Relevant short courses or certifications (advantageous).
• Knowledge of QHSE procedures and experience with risk assessments and method statements.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical P&ID diagrams and electrical wiring schematics.
• Experience in mechanical costings, quotations, and medium voltage electrical and instrumentation costings.
• Additional advantages:
  • Industrial ammonia refrigeration experience.
  • Background in technical buying.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel to sites as needed.

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Salary:

negotiable.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply for this role today, contact Min Roux at Hire Resolve
or on LinkedIn
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