Infrastructure Cost Engineer

Mediclinic Southern Africa Corporate Office; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a financial management professional to oversee cost control and financial planning for infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in cost control and financial administration. This role emphasizes governance, efficiency, and strategic financial advice in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in cost control.
• 5 years of experience in financial administration.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure governance and compliance in cost management.
• Supervise financial and documentation processes.
• Conduct critical cost analysis for project expenditure.
• Deliver cost engineering services for infrastructure planning.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel with Power Query)

SAP ERP

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of asset management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Studies

Data engineering, data analysis, and/or business intelligence qualifications

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide comprehensive cost management, financial planning and analysis, and information management in support of both infrastructure projects and technical operations. The role also includes the supervision of administrative support functions, ensuring effective financial governance, operational efficiency, and informed decision‑making within the Infrastructure Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Drive and support process improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Infrastructure Department.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and control related to cost management, documentation, and information systems.
• Supervise and administer financial and documentation processes related to infrastructure projects and technical operations.
• Conduct critical cost analysis and provide strategic advice to management on project expenditure and repairs, and maintenance costs.
• Deliver cost engineering services, including cost estimation, forecasting, and lifecycle cost analysis, to support infrastructure planning and execution.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Studies

DESIRED EDUCATION

• Data engineering, data analysis, and / or business intelligence qualifications, in addition to essential education

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 5 years of experience in cost control.
• 5 years of experience in financial administration.
• 2 years of supervisory experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Cost control with supervisory financial administrative experience.
• Experience in cost and financial analysis of project lifecycles is advantageous.
• Experience in investment projects and asset management procedures.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel with Power Query)

Experience in SAP ERP

Application of Finance and cost administration principles

Data interpretation, analytical and statistical skills

Ability to work with high levels of detail

Understanding of asset management processes (buildings & equipment)