A leading local gold mine in Zimbabwe is urgently seeking to recruit an Assistant Project Cost Controller /Quantity Surveyor.
The candidate will be reporting to: The Projects Cost Controller
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE The Assistant Projects Cost Controller /Quantity Surveyor shall support the Projects Cost Controller in the management of projects cost, reporting and budget follow-ups. Key areas for this role include capturing all commitments and payments made for all projects and loading them into the Projects Cost Control Software. Site visits to the mines to assess Contractors' claims and other project costs will also form an important part of this role.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY RESULT AREAS (KRAs) - Capture and record all commitments made on projects, utilising the cost control software (PRISM) - Intergration of accounting actual cost data into the Consolidated Project Cost information database. - Supporting the Projects Cost Controller in the production of accruals/forecast figures for reporting. - Check Suppliers' accounting reports and ensure that expenses are reasonable and appropriate for the circumstances. - Coordinating with other departments such as human resources, payroll, accounting and finance to ensure costs are accurately tracked. - Identification and communication of potential commitment cost variance to the approved budget. - Collecting cost data from Suppliers or Contractors to track materials and labour costs. - Assist in managing relationships with Contractors to improve chances for the company to receive quality products at competitive prices. - Assessment of Contractor claims and transmittal of subsequent payment certificates. This will require physical measurements of works at different mines when necessary. - Production of cost reports and presentations where necessary. - Participation in progress, cost, design and Contractor meetings when needed.
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Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATION - University degree in Quantity Surveying /Business Management /Economics or any other related qualifications. - Must be computer literate in Excel, MS Word, etc.
EXPERIENCE - At least five (5) years experience in a quantity Surveying role (within a mining environment) - Experiencing in utilising PRISM is an added advantage - Experience in assessing Contractor claims, etc.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - Report writing and presentation skills - Advanced computer skills are an added advantage - Familiar with Excel Spread sheets skills. - Proficiency in Computerised project management softwares such as PRISM/PRIMAVERA/CANDY is an added advantage - Experience in project costings - Experience of working within project team - Energy and Pro activity to deal with the fast-pace of projects - Organised with the ability to multitask (working on multiple projects at a time) with knowledge of a large number of orders.EDUCATION - University degree in Quantity Surveying /Business Management /Economics or any other related qualifications. - Must be computer literate in Excel, MS Word, etc.
EXPERIENCE - At least five (5) years experience in a quantity Surveying role (within a mining environment) - Experiencing in utilising PRISM is an added advantage - Experience in assessing Contractor claims, etc.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - Report writing and presentation skills - Advanced computer skills are an added advantage - Familiar with Excel spreadsheet skills. - Proficiency in Computerised project management software such as PRISM/PRIMAVERA/CANDY is an added advantage - Experience in project costings - Experience of working within the project team - Energy and Proactivity to deal with the fast-paced of projects - Organised with the ability to multitask (working on multiple projects at a time) with knowledge of a large number of orders.
How to Apply
If you think you are the right candidate for the job, send a copy of your CV to muriraf@gmail.com
