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PURPOSE OF ROLE

• The Project Control Specialist provides financial control of active projects through Cost Estimating, Cost Engineering/Control, Basic Planning & Scheduling, Contract Administration, reporting and Economic Analysis. The role further provides support to the project functions through measurement, verification and certification of materials, labour and other cost components related to designs and drawings as applicable on tenders and projects.
• The primary focus is on providing contractual administration in terms of Change Control, financial management and cost control support to Project Managers, and reporting on project financial data.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Contractual Administration & Financial Management Cost and Revenue Control

• Support the Project Management team with the control of cost aspects of contracts
• Budget control, Cash Flow, Estimations, and Reporting.
• Guide and support Quantity Surveyors and Junior Quantity Surveyors as required.
• Manage subcontract determinations, re-measurable determinations, assessments, and variation generations.
• Perform budget control, estimating, latest cost forecasting, cash flow management, and forecasted rate of invoicing.
• Prepare final accounts for completed subcontracts and clients.

Following Departmental and Company Processes

• Liaise effectively with all Lesedi support departments (Industrial Projects, Finance).
• Assist in developing standardised documentation and templates for project execution.
• Interface with Finance for invoice generation and resolving contractor payment queries.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, procedures and controls.
• Participate in process improvements and align to industry norms and standards.

Supporting and Executing Company Strategies

• Support proposal generation and tender preparation as required.
• Provide leads to Project Development when available.
• Apply company strategies in day-to-day business execution.

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Quantity Surveying
• Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial)
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Cost Engineering / Cost Management

 Highly Advantageous:

• Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management or Cost Engineering.
• Certification in Project Controls (e.g., AACEI or PMI).

EXPERIENCE

• 8-10 years post-qualification related practical experience in:
• Project Controls / Cost Engineering.
• Quantity Surveying.
• Contract Administration.
• Planning & Scheduling (basic proficiency).
• Financial control & forecasting on EPC/EPCm or construction projects.

COMPETENCIES

Tools & Software

• MS Excel (advanced).
• MS Projects / Primavera (basic scheduling).
• Cost management or ERP systems.

Knowledge & Skills

• Cost estimating, cost engineering, earned value analysis (EVA), cash flow modelling.
• Cost forecasting, variance analysis, project financial reporting.
• Change control and variation management.
• Preparation of subcontract determinations and final accounts.
• Understanding of contractual mechanisms affecting cost/revenue.
• Financial expertise relating to engineering and construction projects.
• Basic management accounting knowledge.
• Reporting – cost reports and project dashboards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• High planning and organisational skills.

Behavioural Attributes

• High compliance with the Lesedi Quality Management System and company rules and regulations
• Good demonstration of teamwork and respect for colleagues
• Highly act in the interest of the company at all times
• Highly methodical with attention to detail
• High ability to organise and prioritise work and deadlines
• High respect for deadlines and milestones
• High ability to recognise and solve problems
• High demonstration of honesty, integrity and reliability at all times
• High demonstration of independency and interdependency
• Moderately assertive and self-confident in presenting tender costs
• High demonstration of initiative, enthusiasm, commitment and hard work
• Highly reliable
• High performance under pressure
• Good skilled management abilities and communication
• Highly skilled negotiation and presentation abilities
• Good problem-solving skills

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

• This is an opportunity for Graduate Engineers to be part of Lesedi’s Design Group, gaining hands-on experience in the roll-out of design work on various projects. This experience will help the incumbent gaining knowledge that is valuable for registering with ECSA

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Technical Competence & Learning

• Demonstrates understanding of engineering principles relevant to their discipline.
• Accuracy and quality of technical work (drawings, calculations, designs, reports).
• Application of engineering standards, codes, and regulations.
• Progress in learning new tools, software, and methodologies.

Project Delivery & Execution

• Contribution to project milestones and deliverables.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills in project work.
• Effective documentation of work performed.

Professional Development

• Active participation in training programs, mentorship, and continuous learning.
• Progress toward professional registration (e.g., ECSA in South Africa, PE/FE in other regions).
• Demonstrates initiative in seeking opportunities to expand knowledge.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Works effectively under supervision of senior engineers.
• Builds positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
• Communicates clearly and professionally in meetings, reports, and presentations.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Adheres to company and industry safety protocols.
• Identifies and escalates risks or safety concerns promptly.
• Ensures quality assurance in work produced (accuracy, compliance, and reliability).

Innovation & Initiative

• Shows creativity in problem-solving or suggesting improvements.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
• Contributes ideas to improve efficiency, design, or processes.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field related to C&I engineering, for example, Electronics or Mechatronics.
• Computer Literate

EXPERIENCE

• Practical industrial or engineering experience will be an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge:

• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles, theories, and practices
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards in the engineering field
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (for Planning and Organizing)

Skills:

• Attention to detail in engineering design, calculations, and documentation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues
• Communication skills to convey technical information clearly (written and verbal)
• Planning and organizing skills for managing engineering tasks and projects
• Interpersonal skills for collaborating with cross-functional

Behaviours:

• Deadline-driven to complete engineering tasks and deliverables on time
• Ability to work well within multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Driven and self-motivated to continuously learn and improve
• Proactive in seeking guidance and feedback from experienced engineers
• Collaborative and open to diverse perspectives (for effective teamwork)