Cost Specialist – Projects (Obuasi Mine)

About the role

The Cost Specialist will deliver a full suite of cost‑control services and estimation support for projects at the Obuasi Mine. You will develop and implement cost‑management processes, providing accurate and timely cost information to project managers, stakeholders and the wider project team.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost management processes and provide accurate cost information to project managers and stakeholders.
• Prepare and update project cost reports, forecasts, cash‑flow projections, variance and trend analysis.
• Coordinate development of work breakdown structures, cost breakdown structures and control budgets in consultation with project leads.
• Perform quality assurance on contractor cost‑management performance and conduct cost risk analysis.
• Support change management, contractor payment approvals and monthly cost reconciliation.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or related).
• Minimum 4 years of experience in engineering or mining cost modelling.
• Valid Ghanaian manual driver’s licence and ability to meet site medical requirements.

Required skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Xeras (advantage).
• PMP or GHIE certification (advantage).
• Strong analytical and cost‑estimation capabilities.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical insurance and employee assistance programmes.
• Well‑being initiatives and company‑supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave and public holidays in line with company policy.