Costing Estimator / Designer

In brief

**Overview** This role at RecruitMyMom for a Costing Estimator / Designer focuses on delivering precise structural calculations and material pricing accuracy. The position is responsible for creating compliant, safe, and cost-effective designs with clear material estimates for clients, building contractors, and developers. It acts as a technical resource, collaborating directly with builders and engineers to provide optimised structural solutions for diverse construction projects. The role operates across multiple operational sites within the Western Cape region, requiring travel between branches or project sites to perform accurate measurements, support site alignment, and ensure technical standards are met. **What you will do** * Create safe, compliant, and cost-effective roof truss designs based on architectural plans and engineering briefs. * Generate highly accurate quotes and material take-offs for clients, contractors, and developers. * Collaborate with builders, engineers, and clients to provide technical support and optimised structural solutions. * Conduct site visits and provide support across locations when necessary to ensure precise measurements and project alignment. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Proven experience in roof truss design and cost estimation within the timber or building materials industry. * Ability to accurately interpret complex architectural drawings and structural engineering requirements. * Strong mathematical proficiency, attention to detail, and spatial awareness. * Excellent communication and customer service skills. * Excellent computer literacy. * Matric certificate. * Valid South African driver’s licence. * Willingness to travel between sites or relocate within the Western Cape region based on operational requirements. * Point of sales software experience (Desirable). * Relevant tertiary qualification with at least 3–5 years’ experience in a similar position (Desirable). * Advanced knowledge of roof truss design software e.g. MiTek and Pamir is highly advantageous. **Who should apply** This role is suited for an individual with proven experience in roof truss design and cost estimation within the timber or building materials industry. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in interpreting architectural drawings, have excellent mathematical proficiency, attention to detail, and spatial awareness. They should be highly computer literate, have strong communication and customer service skills, and be capable of collaborative technical work. A valid South African driver’s licence and willingness to travel or relocate within the Western Cape are essential. Candidates with point of sales software experience, a relevant tertiary qualification with 3-5 years’ experience, and advanced knowledge of roof truss design software such as MiTek and Pamir are particularly encouraged to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/costing-estimator-designer-recruitmymom Source: myjobmag

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