Manager Projects Control (Centurion, Jhb) (12 Month Contract) Market Related

Most Hired; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a Manager Projects Control to lead controls teams for multi-billion-rand projects. The role involves overseeing all project controls such as reporting, risk management, cost control, and optimizing project execution in collaboration with Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is essential.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in project controls.
• Certificate of Fitness required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for evaluating financial viability of projects.
• Manage project resources with financial planning and budgeting.
• Implement controls for legal compliance and SHE management.

Skills

Financial Planning

Risk Management

Cost Control

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a supplier of steel and coal products for the mining industry.

The client is seeking a Manager Projects Control with the following key criteria:

• Grade D3
• Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting or Finance (Essential / Minimum)
• 6 years relevant experience in managing and overseeing projects controls functions in multi-billion-rand construction and mining MEGA Projects.
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential / Minimum)

Purpose: The Manager: Projects Control provides leadership to the controls team, overseeing all aspects of project controls including reporting, cost control, progress measurement, risk management, schedule development, and schedule control. They will provide technical expertise and guidance to the Matla Life of Mine Programme (MLOMP) regarding project progress, compliance, and performance.

The incumbent partners with Project Managers and the Programme Manager to optimize and execute projects, deploying resources based on the Programme and/or Projects Strategic Plans.

Job Location: Centurion, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Contract period: 12 Months

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for quantitative analyses to evaluate financial viability of new projects and initiatives.
• Financial planning, monitoring, and budgeting for project resources.
• Assist Project Manager in fulfilling budget and Change Request requirements.
• Support development of strategy and ensure systems exist for strategy implementation.
• Provide inputs for enhancing project management capabilities and cost management.
• Implement controls for legal compliance and SHE management systems.
• Recognize and manage risks impacting project outputs.
• Develop governance systems for best practices.
• Consolidate monthly reports and participate in management meetings.

Customer & Client Relationship Management and Functional Excellence

• Ensure client satisfaction with support services.
• Communicate project results effectively.
• Adhere to policies, standards, and procedures.
• Standardize and streamline processes, eliminate duplication.
• Promote sharing of best practices and knowledge.

Project Management

• Manage talent through regular assessments and development.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and feedback.
• Support organizational change and address resistance.
• Encourage open dialogue and address conflicts proactively.

Safe and Healthy Work Environment

• Maintain a healthy, safe operational environment.
• Ensure compliance with SHE policies and promote a safety culture.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6 years relevant experience in project controls in large construction/mining projects.
• Certificate of Fitness.