COST ESTIMATOR

COST ESTIMATOR

Recruiter: JABES CONSULTANTS

Job Ref: COST ESTIMATOR

Date posted: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Location: Pretoria, South Africa

Salary: Salary – R 20 000 – 30 000 depending on skills and experience.

SUMMARY: Our client in the printing industry has a vacancy for a Cost Estimator in Pretoria (must have print industry experience).

POSITION INFO: Purpose The Cost Estimator will be responsible for making cost estimates for all printing divisions, sourcing outwork and creating job tickets Focus Areas: Cost estimates across all print divisions. Sourcing of outwork. Work with Sales team to ensure all RFQ''s are turned around on time. Key performance areas Operational Review and analyse requests received by customers to prepare and provide a quotation, considering materials, labour cost, time etc. Provide suitable alternatives or suggestions to the customer based on the request with adequate information being supplied for the customer to make an informed decision. Look at multiple ways to execute a job and use Dolphin to provide comprehensive & accurate quotations to the customer. Provide quote revisions based on any changes. Work closely with the sales team to ensure turnaround times on quotes are met. Act as a client liaison where required. All paperwork and relevant supporting documentation to be saved in accordance with easy-to-understand naming conventions and accessibility. Assist with internal sales tickets where necessary. Assist with any other ad-hoc functions as required by management. Essential and Mandatory Requirements Minimum 3-5 years' experience working for a Print Company. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Print Estimating. Matric certificate with strong English & Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy. Relevant Tertiary qualification an added advantage, Reliable transport Preferred skills and experience Strong understanding of print (Litho & Digital) processes. Strong communication skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft. Strong proficiency in Quick Easy (Advantageous) or other estimation platforms. Very strong attention to detail.