19 Cost Managers jobs in South Africa

Overview

A leading Mining Company is seeking an experienced Project and Cost Controller to join their team at their offices in Phalaborwa.

The successful candidate will oversee all capital projects in accordance with the company's procedures and processes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Verify adherence to control procedures.
• Schedule and manage operational tasks to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Establish and track carryovers.
• Manage financial resources and budgeting.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.
• Create monthly reports on CAPEX and equipment repairs.
• Implement and update the JDE System’s asset register.

Key Skills :

• Logical thinking
• Analytical skills
• Team player
• Energetic
• Results-driven
• Proactive
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail

Minimum Requirements :

• Grade 12 (Required)
• National Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Cost & Management Accounting (Preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• At least 3 years in a team leader role
• Completion of SHEQ training including First Aid, General Safety, Health, Environmental Training, GHSTC, HIRA - Risk Analysis, SHEQ COP Basic Course, Environmental Awareness, and Quality Awareness

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 3 days, your application was unsuccessful.

This is a full-time position.

• Analyzing Hub and Franchisor operations and providing insights on trends in cost movements.
• Performing month-end cost accounting close.
• Maintaining cost accounting system and cost ledger.
• Performing life cycle cost-benefit and cost drivers analysis.
• Monitoring unit cost variance.
• Implementing cost standards for materials and labor.
• Reviewing standard costs on Sage Intacct against actual costs per invoices for inaccuracies in selling prices of finished products.

• Explaining deviations (comparison of budget to actual results) of Franchisors.
• Liaising with operational departments regarding any variances.
• Preparing year-end accounts and coordinating with external auditors.
• Carrying out the preparation of monthly, quarterly, ad hoc & year-end reporting as required by management.
• Assisting in the budget process, specifically the Franchisor Budgets.
• Ensuring appropriate external audit arrangements and managing the audit process for funder-related audits are in place.
• Supporting the Financial Manager in resolving audit findings relating to Franchisors and Funders before yearly audits.
• Attending regular meetings with project leads and operational teams.

• Match project income and cost monthly.
• Generate project income and cost reports to provide a list of all the invoices generated and costs incurred per project.
• Analyze the data for correctness and completeness.
• Update the internal month-end reports, and check information to ensure that project costs remain within budget.
• Identify discrepancies and provide reasons for variances as part of the internal monthly management report.

• Produce external funding reports required per funder and per project and submit them to Financial Manager for review.
• Predict project cost to completion.
• Issue a Cost to Completion standard template to Project Leads together with guidelines to determine labor and material cost:

• Complete the calculations for the total cost per project for a bi-annual review according to the required format.
• Set up the review meeting with Programme/Project Managers to review cost to date vs budgets.

• Assist in compiling the income, Opex and Capex budgets required for the projects.
• Liaise with the project managers to obtain input into the budgets following the overall budget guidelines, analyze and identify abnormal items or discrepancies and resolve and then pass on the information to the Financial Manager for incorporation into the overall budget.

• CIMA or any finance professional accreditation is highly valued.
• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (Honors) with article experience
• 3 - 4 years' experience in the same/similar position
• Experience with Sage Intacct Accounting and inventory will be advantageous.

• Working with large amounts of data from various input sources, preferably in a branch or multi-location setting.
• Proven track record of introducing and implementing innovative systems in the workplace.
• Experience in start-up environments or in fast-paced, constantly changing industries.
• Experience in project reporting, both locally and internationally.
• Thorough understanding of SmartStart's business ethics and values.
• Familiarity with SmartStart's organizational structure and reporting hierarchy.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting best practices.
• Outstanding ability to develop project budgets, financial forecasts, and tax reports.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptualization and problem-solving abilities.
• Attentive to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Proficient in both independent work and collaboration as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

Overview

Location: Glasgow / Hybrid

Talented people are the key to our success. Shape the Future of the UK's Power Infrastructure. Our Energy Business Unit are delivering the backbone of tomorrow’s energy grid. We’re strengthening our engineering capability to deliver major overhead line (OHL) and transmission projects across the UK. We’re now seeking a Senior Engineering Manager (OHL) to lead engineering delivery across high-voltage transmission schemes from concept to completion.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and talented Cost Manager within our Energy business unit. The successful candidate will be joining the existing team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Working with our Infrastructure business, previous cost or finance manager experience is a must. The role will encompass finance and commercial reporting and analysis for the finance team and the customer including the processing of financial data to compile payment applications, efficiency trackers and KPI reporting. We are looking for people who share our passion for the project at hand whilst also being able to work within a fun and hardworking team environment. Already experienced as a Cost Manager you will be knowledgeable in finance or commercial project delivery. You will also have solid Microsoft office skills – particularly Excel and Access.

Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
• Option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators. Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying and jointing of cables (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair and refurbishment services. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People Two Ticks accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

Location:
Glasgow / Hybrid

Talented people are the key to our success
Shape the Future of the UK's Power Infrastructure
Our Energy Business Unit are delivering the backbone of tomorrow's energy grid. We're strengthening our engineering capability to deliver major overhead line (OHL) and transmission projects across the UK. We're now seeking a Senior Engineering Manager (OHL) to lead engineering delivery across high-voltage transmission schemes from concept to completion.

The Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and talented Cost Manager within our Energy business unit.
The successful candidate will be joining the existing team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Working with our Infrastructure business,
previous cost or finance manager experience is a must.
The role will encompass finance and commercial reporting and analysis for the finance team and the customer including the processing of financial data to compile payment applications, efficiency trackers and KPI reporting.

We are looking for people who share our passion for the project at hand whilst also being able to work within a fun and hardworking team environment.

Already experienced as a Cost Manager you will be knowledgeable in finance or commercial project delivery. You will also have solid Microsoft office skills – particularly Excel and Access.

What's in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
• We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About Our Energy Business Unit
We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.

Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair and refurbishment services.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients.

We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.

Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Associate Cost ManagerAboutJLLWe're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate.

We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 92, individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions.

As a global Fortune company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility.That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world.

We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we'rehonored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future.

And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below.

We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!Role PurposeWe are currently looking for an Associate Cost Manager to be based in the Cost Consultancy office to work on anumber ofpre- and post-contract commissions.The successful candidates will be responsible for showing high levels of technical capability, sound commercial knowledge and a good understanding of the key drivers or cost and value, capturing and sharing knowledge and driving innovation in service.

What this job involvesProvide support to cost and commercial leadership in the delivery of pre and post-contract services.Manage projects standalone, dealing with clients and taking ownership for delivery.Lead bids with new and existing clients.Manage team resources, ensuring coverage for projects and profitability.Use CostX, Excel and other Microsoft Office programmes to an advanced levelWork pre contract including;reviewing detailed measurements, sections of BOQs, handle tender query responses, manage the PQQ process with support and input into value engineering at each design stage.

Work post contract including; being strong in contract administration, comfortable on site walks with project teams, prepare cash flow reports, draft monthly payment recommendations and weekly commercial dashboards, managing variations and assist in closing out projects and claims / variations.Desired skills and experience for thisPrevious experience working in the Africa, managing teams and winning work as cost consultant.Degree in related subject (BSc Quantity Surveying)MRICS.What you can expect from usWe succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

We can't wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL.

Apply today!Location : On-site –Cape Town, ZAFIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements.

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I want to work for JLL.

Due to the continuing success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering and Advisory Firm.

We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore and Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo & Sydney working throughout the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management.

We pride ourselves in being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated team with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management and acoustics.

Job Description:

We are looking for an Associate Cost Manager to join our Cost Management division. The successful candidate will have a track record in commercial management and delivery of consultancy services to major commercial, residential and hospitality construction projects in the Region. This role will principally be responsible for commercial management across major construction projects from both a technical and contract/cost standpoint.

The successful candidate will have the ability to lead big teams on both pre and post-contract projects and experience in performing cost management as part of a wider dedicated consultancy team delivering commercial projects. There is a significant opportunity for progression and rapid career development. You will need to demonstrate relevant and recent experience with appropriately sized projects as well as the ability to engage and communicate effectively with clients, consultants and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a technical and experience-based QS/CM background, a solid understanding of the numerous design standards and be able to communicate advice appropriately and effectively. MRICS achievement is required.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation, submission, and winning proposals
• Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients
• Independently manage complex projects and resolve complex project issues
• Support the commercial success and stability of the cost management division
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects to exemplary levels of quality
• Demonstrate expertise in discipline with a proven track record of success
• Support the development of procedures to improve division function and efficiency
• Support in bid pricing and negotiation
• Identifying skill gaps in the team
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) required
• RSS Qualifies, knowledge of APC process
• Minimum of 8 years of experience across cost, contract, and commercial management
• Delivery of all pre and post-contract services on a range of projects
• Experience in managing contractual activities at a client/consultant

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.

Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to outperform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the worlds most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.

The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate and love what they do.

Through our progressive, lively and collaborative environment, we identify, foster and nurture the greatest strengths of our staff, and allow them the opportunity to flourish by offering positions of responsibility at an early stage, and providing clear career progression pathways for all.

As an employee of AESG you can expect:

• Great career opportunities with access to huge variety of projects and incredible clients make your mark in a growing company and accelerate your career.
• Working on some of the worlds leading developments and tackling our clients greatest challenges
• Commitment in building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship program.
• Highly collaborative approach across the different technical service offerings
• Internal and external training opportunities where do you want to take your career? Well help you get there!
• Promotion of the importance of health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events and the provision of a healthy work environment
• To be part of a dynamic and motivated team with an amazing team culture

Due to the continued success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering, and Advisory Firm. We are headquartered in the UAE, KSA, UK, Singapore & South Africa, working throughout the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory, and Commissioning, Handover, and Asset Management. We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Job Description :

AESG is currently recruiting Assistant Cost Managers to join our growing cost management team based in Cape Town, to work on various large-scale building and infrastructure projects.

As an Assistant Cost Manager, you will support project leaders in delivering high standards of service, achieving successful client outcomes, sharing knowledge across projects, fostering innovation, and strengthening our reputation as a preferred service provider.

The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, capable of managing multiple projects, and eager to develop their career. The role will mainly be pre-contract, with opportunities to assist on post-contract projects as needed.

This position offers the chance to work within a leading and expanding team of cost management professionals, collaborating with top architects, interior designers, and engineers, advising major industry clients.

The successful candidate should aspire to gain experience in a dedicated consultancy environment, delivering successful cost management on major projects. The role provides opportunities for progression and career development. You should demonstrate a desire to work on major projects and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors. Ideally, you will be at the beginning of your journey to build a technical and experience-based QS background, aiming to understand various design standards and develop the ability to communicate advice effectively. While an MRICS qualification is preferred, it is not mandatory for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist with daily cost management activities across projects.
• Help prepare project cost estimates from concept through design stages using experience, historical data, and parametric ratios.
• Utilize AESG's digital tools and contribute to developing new tools for clients.
• Perform cost modeling (Excel).
• Assist with estimating and functional cost planning (CostX).
• Use measurement software, including Dimension X or CostX.
• Support value engineering exercises.
• Undertake cost management services under supervision.
• Deliver work outputs accurately and promptly under supervision.
• Support team leaders in project cost management.
• Represent the company professionally, building strong client relationships through meetings, negotiations, and correspondence.
• Provide reasoned advice on complex issues, escalating when necessary.
• Offer accurate cost advice and reporting to clients.
• Maintain effective communication for project success, liaising with managers for financial control.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of all work outputs.
• Support the commercial stability of the cost management division.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects with high quality standards.

Essential Skills :

• Experience or desire to deliver high-quality cost management / quantity surveying services.
• Experience in a global consultancy is preferred.
• Exposure to regional projects is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling.
• Experience with digital cost management software.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Working towards a professional qualification (RICS or similar) or eager to do so.
• BSc, BTech, or MSc in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience.
• A team player with a positive attitude, outgoing, respectful, and adaptable.

Why join AESG?

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy offering a unique work environment.

Our reputation for innovative thinking and project excellence includes some of the world's most exciting developments.

Our company’s success is driven by passionate, driven staff. We foster a lively, collaborative environment, offering early responsibility and clear career paths.

As an employee, you can expect :

• Opportunities to work on diverse projects with leading clients, advancing your career.
• Engagement with world-class developments and challenging projects.
• Support for professional growth through training and mentorship.
• A collaborative technical environment.
• Training opportunities tailored to your career goals.
• Focus on health and well-being, including team activities and a healthy work environment.
• Be part of a motivated team with a strong culture.