ENGINEERED EXCELLENCE
Cost Engineer ll
Listing reference: mr_000864
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 17 June 2022
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Other: Mining
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
Murray & Roberts Cementation invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Cost Engineer ll to be placed in Gauteng, Bedfordview. The successful candidate will report to the Project Services Executive .
The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates.
Applications only open to South African Citizens / Permanent Residents.
Job description
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:
· Effective measurement and monitoring of work completed to ensure payment for certificates are contractually met
· Compile accurate, timely and relevant reporting within deadlines to ensure effective project management
· Compile the certificate from measurements or measured work done during the month on a specific site / project and present at the certification meeting, obtain agreement, invoice and follow up accordingly
· Prepare original budget estimates and cost to completion scenarios, compile month end reports, project review packs, assessment projections, monthly evaluation certificates etc.
· Effective stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth workflows
· Proactive risk identification and escalation / mitigation
· Comply with legal regulations, contractual terms and M&RC’s policies, procedures, standards and safety protocols
· Effective self-management and alignment with M&RC values and leadership initiatives
Minimum requirements
Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:
- BSc Quantity Surveying / BTech Quantity Surveying
- BSc Honours Quantity Surveying [advantageous]
- Proficient in Microsoft Office [Word and Excel essential]
- Proficient in Construction Computer Software [preferred]
- Proficient on an ERP system (JD Edwards preferred)
- Valid Driver’s License
- Analytical and attentive to detail
- Sound project management and commercial skills in terms of contract management
- Strong work ethic and judgement skills
- Ability to work independently and cope with pressure
- Good English written and verbal communication skills, with ability to negotiate, resolve conflict and facilitate understanding at all levels
Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience administering the commercial completion of contracts in a mining and/or construction environment
- Experience managing sub-contractors on a project
- Experience with debtors’ management (advantageous)
- Understanding of accounting principles
All appointments will be done in line with our employment equity strategy.
Disclaimer
- The Recruiter may amend, delete or expire jobs at any time without notification.
- Murray & Roberts reserves the right not to proceed with filling the position.
- An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.
- If you do not receive any feedback on your application within 4 weeks from the closing date, please consider your