Cost Controller - JHB at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

Core purpose:

 The core purpose of this job focuses on Cost Control, responsible to manage and control project and operational costs within the organization/project, ensuring that they are within budget and that financial goals are met.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Developing and implementing cost control procedures and processes for projects or operations.
• Analyse and monitor project or operational budgets, comparing actual costs against budgets, and identifying any variances.
• Prepare cost estimates and forecasts for future projects or operations.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and making recommendations for cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor and manage project or operational financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with project or operational teams to ensure that financial goals are met and that costs are controlled.
• Review and analyse financial reports, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Prepare financial reports and presenting them to management.
• Provide guidance and support to project or operational teams on financial matters.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience 

• A relevant degree or certification in engineering, quantity surveying, finance, accounting, is required. Must provide Certificate with transcript.
• Registered with SACPQSP as a Professional is advantageous. Must provide Certificate with registration number.
• Registered with PMI advantageous.
• Experience within the Built Environment.
• 5 – 10 years’ Cost Control experience.

Core Competencies/Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Have knowledge of financial management principles, such as budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems is advantageous.
• Must have MS Office experience.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to guide and lead supporting staff.
• Prepare financial project/operational reports.