Project Audit Engineer at Karbak Ventures Limited

Job Summary

• The Project Auditor plays a critical role in ensuring the compliance, efficiency, and success of engineering projects within the firm.
• This position involves evaluating project processes, financials, and documentation to identify risks, improve controls, and optimize project outcomes.

Job Responsibilites

• Develop project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements
• Determines project schedule by studying project plan and specifications; calculating time requirements and sequencing project elements.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures and identify discrepancies, cost overruns or potential savings opportunities
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to implement corrective actions and improve project processes.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress; coordinating activities and resolving problems.
• Perform/support operational audits including business reviews to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of internal control cost savings projects.
• Validate cost estimates, contracts, invoices and financial reports for completeness and compliance.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements, efficiency gains and best practices to enhance project performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying.
• Advanced Degree or professional certifications (e.g., PMP) preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in project management, or engineering, preferably in an engineering firm.

Working Knowledge and Skills:

• Proven experience in auditing, preferably in the Engineering industry.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• People management and interpersonal skill.
• Strong understanding of engineering project management principles, processes, and methodologies.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in use of MS Suite (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Ethical and professional conduct, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.