Cost Controller, Mining Projects at Turner Townsend

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Control, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost Tracking, Analytical Skills, Project Controls, Collaboration, Cost Data Validation, Cash Flow Projections, Contract Compliance, Risk Analysis, Problem-Solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Safety Commitment, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Construction

Description

Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com Job Description Aris Mining is seeking a Cost Controller to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking for mining infrastructure projects. This role is critical to ensuring financial discipline, transparency, and alignment with project goals and timelines. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in project controls, and the ability to work collaboratively with engineering, procurement, and construction teams. Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project cost reports, tracking actuals vs. budget across all phases. Monitor expenditures, identify variances, and provide early warnings on cost overruns. Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and forecasts for internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance to validate cost data and ensure accuracy. Assist in the development of cash flow projections and funding requirements. Review contractor invoices, change orders, and progress claims for compliance with contractual terms. Participate in cost risk analysis and mitigation planning. Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and project control procedures. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field. 5+ years of experience in cost control for industrial, mining, or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking methodologies. Proficient in cost control software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Prism, or similar), MS Excel, and reporting tools. Fluent in Spanish; professional English proficiency required. Knowledge of mining project lifecycles and capital project controls is a plus. Desired Attributes Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application. #LI-PL1 Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

Responsibilities

The Cost Controller will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking for mining infrastructure projects, ensuring financial discipline and transparency. This role involves developing detailed project cost reports and collaborating with various teams to validate cost data and support financial reporting.