2015 Job Vacancy: Costing & Monitoring Civil Engineer at Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED)

Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED), a leading multi-million dollar Company in the Electrical Power and Construction Sectors and has a highly skilled and motivated workforce of over 300 employees, who are committed to the client's quest to be the No. 1 and preferred African owned electricity solutions provider in Africa.

The company is positioned for timely and efficient delivery of turnkey electricity projects to its esteemed customers. This is a rare opportunity to work for a sector leader and lead a "best-in-class" team of engineers, be an integral part of the company, and make a difference with the businesses and communities it serves.

We are committed to growing profitably and sustainably while providing its customers with an efficient and reliable supply of power. To achieve this, we need passionate, motivated and smart professionals, who share our values and our vision; to fill the position below:

Job Title: Costing & Monitoring Civil Engineer

Job ID: 133
Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Department/Division: Major projects
Reports to: Head Major projects

Position Summary

• We need a Costing & Monitoring Civil Engineer who can develop the project cost control strategy, plans and procedures, resolve issues relating to all project cost control procedures, and coordinate development and implementation of project work breakdown structure (WBS)/ Cost breakdown structure (CBS) in concert with Project Lead.

Position Responsibilities

• To deliver complete suite of cost control services and financial support to Projects.
• Develop the project cost control strategy, plans and procedures.
• Resolve issues relating to all project cost control procedures.
• Coordinate development and implementation of project work breakdown structure (WBS)/ Cost breakdown structure (CBS) in concert with Project Lead.
• Participate in the development of estimates and studies within a project.
• Ensuring that all materials used and work performed are as per specifications.
• Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant.
• Overseeing quality assurance on contractor cost-management performance.
• Collect and compile progress and cost data, and develop cost-control worksheets and reports for review by delivery teams.
• Review and audit cost control procedures and practices.

Qualifications ( Experience, Knowledge & Skills)
Qualification:

• A good degree in Civil Engineering or any other related area.
• A background in Accounting or Finance is advantage.   

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years professional experience in Civil Construction Engineering with at least two years in project costing and monitoring

Competence:

• Distribution (up to 33kV) electrical plant and configuration design; Offshore or onshore wind farm electrical design; network rail electrical infrastructure design; protection and control design at transmission and distribution voltages; network planning.

The following will also be highly regarded:

• Academic honors, awards, scholarships & prizes
• Strong commitment to a career in the power sector
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong team skills with demonstrated leadership skills

Remuneration
This position provides a comprehensive compensation package including a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.

Application Closing Date
21st June, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should: 
Apply Here