Senior Cost Engineer – PV & Storage Projects

Capital Accounting Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established renewable energy firm in South Africa seeks a Cost Manager responsible for overseeing cost management of various photovoltaic and energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years' experience in cost management, particularly on large-scale projects. Candidates must have strong knowledge of South African measurement systems and experience with local contractors. This role offers a competitive remuneration package along with the chance to work on impactful energy developments.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in cost management within renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience on large-scale projects in South Africa or Africa.
• Fluent in English, capable of effective communication with local stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end cost for PV and energy storage projects.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost models compliant with local standards.
• Support project teams in cost control and variation management.

Skills

Cost management

Cost estimating

Market research

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cost Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

An established renewable energy firm in South Africa seeks a Cost Manager responsible for overseeing cost management of various photovoltaic and energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years' experience in cost management, particularly on large-scale projects. Candidates must have strong knowledge of South African measurement systems and experience with local contractors. This role offers a competitive remuneration package along with the chance to work on impactful energy developments.