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, ensuring accurate and timely cost information for project managers and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project cost models, business plans and control budgets.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, cash‑flow projections and variance analysis for management.
• Coordinate work‑breakdown and cost‑breakdown structures with project leads and planning teams.
• Monitor costs throughout the project lifecycle, perform quality assurance on contractor cost‑management and conduct risk analysis.
• Support change‑management procedures, 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.
• Ability to work onsite at Obuasi Mine and meet site medical requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Xeras (advantage).
• Strong analytical and estimation accuracy.
• Experience with capital project evaluation and cost control.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical insurance and employee assistance programmes.
• Company‑supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave and public holidays in line with company policy.
• Wellbeing initiatives and a competitive benefits package.