Planning and Costing Engineer

Planning and Costing Engineer Jobs in Sinazongwe – Contract Opportunity

Africa Personnel Services invites qualified professionals to apply for planning and costing engineer jobs in Sinazongwe. Our client, a leading energy and infrastructure development company in Zambia, is seeking a skilled Planning and Costing Engineer to contribute to a large-scale power generation project in Southern Province.

About the Planning and Costing Engineer Role

The Planning and Costing Engineer will play a pivotal role in managing project schedules, budgets, and cost performance throughout all project phases, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. This position is essential in providing timely and accurate planning, forecasting, progress measurement, and cost control data to support effective management decision-making and ensure successful project delivery on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities for Planning and Costing Engineer Jobs in Sinazongwe

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using Primavera P6, incorporating Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), baseline schedules, critical path analysis, resource loading, and progress tracking across all project phases (FEED, EPC, commissioning, handover).
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates, project budgets, and cash flow forecasts covering civil, mechanical, electrical, balance of plant, transmission, and owner’s costs.
• Monitor project progress against approved schedules and cost baselines utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
• Identify potential schedule delays, cost overruns, and risks; recommend corrective actions and mitigation strategies.
• Produce regular project control reports, dashboards, and presentations for management, investors, and stakeholders.
• Support procurement and contract management activities, including bid evaluations, variation assessments, and claims analysis.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, and finance teams to ensure accurate progress measurement and cost reporting.
• Assist in developing and implementing project execution plans, risk registers, and change control procedures.
• Contribute to planning commissioning, testing, and final project handover activities.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• Postgraduate qualifications or certifications such as PMP, PSP, or CCP are advantageous.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in project planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• At least 5 years’ experience on large infrastructure, power generation, or heavy industrial EPC/EPCM projects.
• Proven experience working on greenfield projects or major plant developments is highly desirable.

Essential Skills and Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and solid working knowledge of MS Project.
• Expertise in cost control, forecasting, variance analysis, and Earned Value Management.
• Strong understanding of EPC contracting models, procurement processes, and change management.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environment.
• High professionalism, attention to detail, and strong ethical standards.
• Commitment to health, safety, and regulatory compliance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates for these planning and costing engineer jobs in Sinazongwe should submit their CV along with copies of relevant qualifications and certifications via email to hr@aps.co.zm. Applications without supporting documents will not be considered.