Turner & Townsend Careers

We currently recruiting a HR Administrator to based in our Kenya Office.

• Continuously provide support, guidance and co-ordination to ensure accurate and professional HR Support.
• Participate in day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties
• Provide administrative support to Business Unit Leads
• Compile and update employee records
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc)
• Support in payroll preparation by providing relevant data/inputs
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees
• Processing new starters, leavers and changes on the HR Information System
• Generating accurate HR accurate reports
• Keeping the HR information update and accurate
• Compiling monthly data for employee anniversaries communications

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources or related field
• Be a registered member with relevant HR professional body - IHRM
• Proven experience as an HR Administration
• Be proficient in MS Office suite applications
• Hands-on experience with an HRIS or HRMS
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong communications skills

Job Description

We are currently looking to appoint a Mining & Metals Lead for the Africa region. You will join our Africa Energy & Natural Resources team to help drive outcomes that help our clients devise strategies to deliver successful business solutions prior to sanction, achieve confidence around project delivery, ensure projects are effectively managed and controlled, and facilitate the capture and transfer of knowledge.

As Mining & Metals Lead you will have wide-spread exposure to the business environment and our clients within the Energy & Natural Resources space. You will have authority to act in the name of Turner & Townsend and your actions will have a considerable impact on the future direction and success of the business. Successful candidates should have a proven track record in managing people/teams, business development and client management in the consulting environment, and have an excellent understanding of the Mining industry’s best practice across the life cycle of mining projects. The role will be based permanently in South Africa, Nigeria, or Kenya, with an expectation to travel across Africa.

The successful candidate will help grow our network and exposure in the mining sector across Africa and with other companies in the Energy & Natural Resources supply chain to improve uptake of clean energy and decarbonisation into corporate and site-based strategies and action. As the successful candidate, you will be playing a crucial part in shaping the future of our Energy & Natural Resources business.

Duties of a Mining Director

• The Mining & Metals Lead will have responsibility, amongst others, for the service stream in terms of Project Resourcing, Best Practice and Knowledge Management, Tools & Systems, Key Account Management, Service Opportunity Identification, and Service Development. You will continue to promote the interests of Turner & Townsend giving the full benefit of your knowledge, expertise, and skills to all your business undertakings.

Expectations

• In undertaking the role of Mining & Metals Lead, Turner & Townsend have specific expectations to be met. The expectations will form part of your continuous development and performance measurement. These are set out as follows:

Business Development

• You will continue to build relationships with your network of clients. Share industry best practice and assist other Turner & Townsend offices to develop opportunities with your clients who have a presence, or an ambition to develop one, in their regions. You will be attuned to potential client needs within the mining industry and will work collaboratively with other directors to optimise service offerings of total program management to one anothers clients. You will have a natural proactive approach to conceiving initiatives to sell Turner & Townsend service offerings to existing and new clients. You will make decisions on new initiatives and form alliances with consultants, contractors and service providers whose service offering is complimentary to Turner & Townsend. Your primary focus will be on business generation and delivery across Africa, catering to our 4 strategic hubs in RSA / SADC, West and East Africa.

Service Delivery

• Total service delivery to all mining clients within Africa. Your reporting structure with other directors will ensure that you are best placed to direct resources to maximise return. As the Mining & Metals Lead you should encourage opportunities for the professional development and advancement of all your staff under your supervision.

Qualifications

• Professional Registration is preferred
• Must have PM, QS or Engineering background with experience within the Natural Resources and must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior role in the Mining sector, preferably in advisory or consulting. 
• Experience of consulting within mining projects and supply chains and/or of developing or contributing to programmes delivering strategic or landscape-scale change
• Excellent presentation and writing skills with experience in presenting complex concepts to a business audience
• Extensive experience within the mining industry is mandatory
• Essential to have a proven track record for winning work, growing businesses and must have held a senior position in a large company
• Experienced in Business Development, managing client relationships and delivering successful projects in Africa.  
• Understanding of Major Projects delivery requirements in Africa 
• Proven ability to analyse complex problems, interpret operational needs and develop integrated, creative solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage and lead effectively in a team environment
• Must be willing to travel for business purposes. Develop and support work proposals to new and existing clients. 
• Collaborate with partners from civil society and industry groups, such as chamber of mines in the various mining Jurisdictions across Africa
• Help expand our global business network in the mining sector, engaging with new and existing clients and partners.

Key Accountabilities Pre-Contract

• Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
• Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises.
• Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.

Post-Contract

• Performing quantity surveying, cost controls and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
• Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
• Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
• Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely manner.
• Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
• A thorough knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, planning, design, schedule, and scope management
• Have the technical skills to read, understand, and communicate contract requirements including construction drawings and specifications and interpret construction methods.
• Technology competent in using the following Software: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint The candidate should have the following soft skills.
• Strong people skills, comfortable working with a diverse range of personalities across clients and partner organizations
• Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills and flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and shape these into workable solutions for delivery.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop concise and effective written presentations and participate effectively in meetings with senior client representatives.

Qualifications
Qualifications Essential

• The candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of relevant cost management experience.
• The candidate should at a minimum Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction degree; or equivalent years of transferable field experience.
• A professional qualification i.e., BORAQS, RICS or similar certification
• Willingness to travel across Africa
• A thorough knowledge of Cost Management methods and best practices.

Job Description
Key Accountabilities Pre-Contract 

• Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones. 
•  Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises. 
•  Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.

Post-Contract 

•  Performing quantity surveying, cost controls and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle. 
•  Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively. 
•  Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place. 
•  Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client. 
•  Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely manner. 
•  Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes. 
•  A thorough knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, planning, design, schedule, and scope management 
•  Have the technical skills to read, understand, and communicate contract requirements including construction drawings and specifications and interpret construction methods. 
•  Technology competent in using the following Software: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint The candidate should have the following soft skills. 
•  Strong people skills, comfortable working with a diverse range of personalities across clients and partner organizations 
•  Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders. 
•  Strong analytical and numerical skills and flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and shape these into workable solutions for delivery. 
•  Good written and verbal communication skills 
•  Ability to develop concise and effective written presentations and participate effectively in meetings with senior client representatives. 

Qualifications
Qualifications Essential

•  The candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of relevant cost management experience. 
•  The candidate should at a minimum Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction degree; or equivalent years of transferable field experience. 
•  A professional qualification i.e., BORAQS, RICS or similar certification 
•  Willingness to travel across Africa 
•  A thorough knowledge of Cost Management methods and best practices. 

Job Description

The Finance team in the Nairobi office at Turner & Townsend is seeking for a self-driven, detailed oriented accountant to assist with all aspects of the finance function. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the accountant will provide support to the team and business units as required, including assistance with the development of ad hoc financial analyses. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Reporting

• Accurate and Timely Financial reports 
• Accurate and timely Cash and revenue Forecasts 
• Reports ready by Set Deadlines 
• Monthly Finance Briefing to BU Managers 
• On time Cash Forecasts 

Compliance 

• Tax & Accounting Returns 
• On Time closure of Financial Audits 
• Record of all Corporate Statutory Documents 
• Legal Compliance 
• File statutory deadlines, having achieved all Group Clearances. 
• Audits complete in line with Global Timetable 
• Up-To Date record of key documents 
• Legal Register updated 

Controls

• Robust Financial Control System 
• Adherence to Group Policies 
• Processes as per Accounting manual 
• Zero Non-compliance Reports 

Commercial Focus 

• Cost Control 
• Profits & Revenue maximization 
• Proactive Credit Control 
• Ensure costs are approved within budget 
• Budgeted Net margin as per BP.  
• Monthly Project Reviews 
• Utilizations reviews and Look-ahead 60 Days in Debt an No Debt Write-offs 
• Action plan for Financial Control revenue projects.  

Team Support & Development 

• Motivated Finance team 
• High performing teams 
• Quality Staff Welfare Programs 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• 6-10 years post-graduate experience in accounting function would be beneficial
• Proven ability to work in a deadline driven environment
• High degree of organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Quantitative thinker who is a problem solver
• Excellent Microsoft Office Skills with a strong emphasis on Excel
• Works well in a team environment
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and apply them

Job Description

Due to expanding work in the Energy and Infrastructure Sectors, we are looking to grow our East Africa, primarily around Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. We are looking to engage qualified individuals such as a Contracts & Claims Specialists, Cost Managers / Engineers, Planners and Schedulers. If you are interested in being considered for a role with us, we are currently looking at recruitment at varied levels in the short and long term. This includes roles where candidates have experience of leading complex teams and the desire to support the growth of our business in a fast-paced environment as well as project managers who have operated on a smaller scale.

Qualifications

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Honours Degree
• Contracts & Claims Specialists, Cost Managers / Engineers, Planners and Schedulers
• More than 7 years of experience in public or private sector clients

Other Skills

• Able to build strong, professional client relationships and proactively identify and resolve client issues
• Excellent analytic and communication skills
• Commercial awareness including the ability to articulate business decisions within the wider context and market trends
• Confidence in either leading or working as part of a team, with ability to flex according to the needs of the client
• A desire to grow and develop roles into more senior opportunities
• Competent user of data management or analytical software
• Effective stakeholder engagement

Education/Experience/Qualities

• Attention to detail.
• Active team member who shares skills and knowledge and recognizes industry best practice.
• Ability to analyse information quickly and report to the benefit of the team.

Job Description

Candidate will deliver the following duties;

• Continuously provide support, guidance and co-ordination to ensure accurate and professional HR Support.
• Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties
• Provide clerical and administrative support to Business Unit Leads
• Compile and update employee records
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc)
• Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc)
• Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees
• Assist our recruiters to source candidates and update our database

Qualifications

Candidate will have the following qualifications;

•  Proven experience as an HR Assistant, Staff Assistant or relevant human resources/administrative position
•  Fast computer typing skills (MS Office, in particular)
•  Hands-on experience with an HRIS or HRMS
•  Familiarity with ATS software and resume databases
•  Basic knowledge of labor laws for East Africa and West Africa
•  Excellent organizational skills
•  Strong communications skills
•  Degree in Human Resources or related field Contributing to design and implementing HR Strategy

Knowledge:

•  Knowledge/experience of payroll and HR systems, e.g., VIP, iTrent
•  Strong computer literacy (MS Office)
•  Sound knowledge of HR Practices
•  Knowledge of labour East Africa and West Africa labour legislation
•  Conflict/Relationship Management skills

Job Description

Candidate will perform the following duties and not limited;

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor, in the development of the cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
• Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
• Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
• Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from  subs and contractors
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
• Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
• Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.

You will also be responsible for:

Pre-Contract

• Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
• Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises.
• Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.

Post-Contract

• Performing quantity surveying, cost controls and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
• Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
• Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
• Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely manner.
• Compiling as built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.

 Qualifications

Candidate will be expected to have the following;

• A minimum of  6 - 10 years post-graduate experience working in a construction cost management related role.
• College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• RICS accredited or working towards.
• Experience of leading cost management on medium or large sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.

Job Description

The role presents a unique opportunity for the right leader to build from a strong foundation, taking operations to the next level of maturity. For this role, the successful candidate will have leadership responsibilities for the cost management driving growth across the region and being the guardian of quality on existing commissions. The CM lead will work with senior leadership in Kenya and the surrounding markets on exciting business opportunities.

The successful candidate will be an agile, emotionally intelligent leader with strong technical delivery history. International and cross sector experience with an ability to work in multi-cultural environment is beneficial. The successful candidate will be a cost management and project controls generalist, covering estimating, cost, scheduling, risk, change, performance measurement and reporting and should be able to articulate and continually move forward "what good looks like." They will have excellent communication skills and be a strong and respected influencer. They should operate at a senior level and comfortable to present to large groups.

Key requirements of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Act as principle point of contact for cost management lead to lead the Turner & Townsend team
• Leads and motivates others to participate and contribute, provides necessary direction and inspires high performance
• Take on key account role(s), project execution assurance and maintain client relationships as required
• Deliver assurance services to projects - peer review, gateway review, maturity assessments, readiness reviews, progress and performance audits
• Periodically take on major program delivery roles and lead the Turner & Townsend team on the commission - achieve a successful "steady state" delivery and then manage transition and backfill
• Provide oversight and assurance to the Turner & Townsend major program in the region
• Identify organizational needs, build recruitment plans and develop role specifications
• Extensive experience in delivering CM/Project Controls programs, projects and segment knowledge
• Play a key role in the Real Estate CM/PC business development activities for the cost center
• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and business development strategies
• Provide solutions to clients and work together with business development team member(s) on sales proposals, qualification packages and presentation materials
• Coordinate with project team leaders on project negotiations and execution
• Collaborate with the other business divisions and teams
• Provide oversight and assurance to the Turner & Townsend major programs in the region
• Delivers high quality of service products by utilizing Turner & Townsend systems, policy and procedure, managing time, planning and organizing to ensure excellence
• Demonstrates understanding of commercial business drivers and ensures that work and projects are carried out in alignment. Contributes to the development of business opportunities
• Demonstrable appetite for challenge, innovation and continued improvement in CM/PC discipline
• Identify and understand the areas of opportunity and development
• Enable continued growth trajectory within the market

Qualifications

• Minimum 20+ years of relevant working experience in the discipline
• Degree holder in Quantity Surveying, or related field
• Experience in business development
• Proactive, quality driven, self-motivated and hands-on team-leader with the ability to multitask
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills essential, ability to communicate well with clients and senior management
• Experience in leading teams of professionals with a strength in growing and developing people
• Professional Registered (PRQs)