Quantity Surveyor – Mining

Our client operates in the Mining sector and is urgently looking for a suitable person to fill the above position.

The role:

The incumbent shall support the Projects Cost Controller in the management of projects costs, reporting and budgets follow ups. Key areas for this role include capturing all commitments, and payments made for all projects, 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.

Responsibilities:

Capture and record all commitments made on projects utilising the cost control software (PRISM)
Integration 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 that all costs are accurately tracked.
Identification and communication of potential commitment cost variances to approved budget.
Collecting cost data from suppliers or contractors to track material 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 completed at the mines when necessary.
Production of cost reports and presentations where necessary
Participation in progress, cost, design and contractor meetings when needed.

Qualifications

University degree in Quantity Surveying/Business Management /Economics or related field.
Must be computer literate, Excel, MS Word.
Must have a driver’s license!

Email CVs to Mirriam Dzapasi: mirriam@valcol.co.zw and

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