17 Cost Estimator jobs in South Africa

A national branding and promotional solutions company, specialising in corporate gifting, promotional merchandise, and custom branding, is seeking a detail-driven Cost Estimator to support their external sales team.

This is a critical role blending product sourcing, supplier negotiation, costing, and client communication to deliver accurate, competitive quotes.

You’ll liaise directly with clients on behalf of the Account Manager, ensuring exceptional service while working with a variety of suppliers to secure the best possible pricing.

This role requires a mix of commercial savvy, attention to detail, excellent time management, and top-tier admin skills.

Salary: R15,000 – R18,000 CTC per month.

Minimum Requirements:

• Own vehicle and valid driver’s licence.
• 3–5 years of experience in sales administration, quoting, or production.
• Proven experience in costing, supplier negotiation, and preparing detailed quotes.
• Exposure to branding, promotional products, or corporate gifting is advantageous.
• Knowledge of CI and CAD approvals will be beneficial.
• Strong customer service skills, confident liaising with clients directly.
• Financial acumen and the ability to calculate cost-to-price margins.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Netsuite, Accpac, or Sage is advantageous.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Source products and negotiate with suppliers to ensure best pricing.
• Build accurate costings to determine CP and manage GP margins.
• Prepare professional proposals and quotes aligned with client briefs.
• Liaise directly with clients to ensure clear communication and service excellence.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of quotes, purchase orders, and all related documentation.
• Proactively follow up on quotes and identify sales opportunities.
• Brief internal departments to ensure timely, accurate order fulfilment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of client CI guidelines and branding standards.
• Provide telephonic support to clients and suppliers.
• Support the Sales Manager and external sales team with administrative and operational tasks.
• Participate in ad hoc administrative or sourcing-related projects as required.

A well-established and rapidly expanding commercial and industrial Print & Labelling business is seeking to employ an experienced Printing Cost Estimator. This permanent role will be based in the bigger Kuilsriver, Northern Suburbs, Cape Town area.

Printing cost estimation experience in Flexo and Digital Printing on small, medium, and large-scale commercial projects is a must. Experience in the labelling industry will also be highly desirable.

Key Account Management experience will be highly desirable.

Salary – R20,000 to R30,000 / month based on skills and experience.

Further detail of the role and company will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

We are looking for an experienced Cost Estimator for our client in the Steel / Manufacturing industry.

• Experience in the Steel / Manufacturing industry
• Preparing cost estimates for mining equipment
• Job costing

Market and experience related.

Please only apply if you meet the above criteria; only CVs with the listed experience will be reviewed.

• Develop and maintain production schedules for multiple concurrent projects.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and workshop teams to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Analyse project specifications and prepare accurate cost estimates, including materials, labour, and overheads.
• Monitor project progress, adjusting schedules as needed to meet deadlines.
• Identify potential delays or bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain records of production metrics and cost data for future project planning.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers where required to clarify requirements or obtain quotations.

• Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 38 years in production planning and/or cost estimation within heavy engineering or fabrication (preferably in industrial fans, pressure vessels, or similar).
• Skilled and knowledgeable in relevant engineering standards and specifications applicable to pressure vessels, welding, fabrication, and quality control.
• Proficiency in MS Office and production planning software (ERP/MRP systems advantageous).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and lead times.
• Excellent numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Competitive salary package.
• Exposure to challenging and technically complex projects.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Career development opportunities in a growing company.