Manager, Project Controls at AngloGold Ashanti in Obuasi

Job description

Who We Are AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience. At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person. Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti About the Role The Manager, Project Controls plays a pivotal leadership role within the Africa Business Unit (ABU) at Obuasi Mine, responsible for driving excellence in project controls across a diverse portfolio of projects. This role ensures the seamless integration of cost management, scheduling, risk assessment, change management, progress measurement, and reporting systems throughout all stages of the project lifecycle. This position reports directly to the Vice President - Projects and collaborates closely with Project Managers and leadership teams to provide accurate, timely, and actionable insights into project performance, supporting proactive decision-making and the successful delivery of projects within defined scope, time, and budget constraints. Key Responsibilities Project Controls Management: Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing refinement of comprehensive project controls frameworks that unify cost, schedule, risk, and change management practices across ABU projects. Champion consistency, quality, and compliance with established project controls standards and support project teams to achieve these benchmarks. Cost Management & Forecasting: Oversee the development and maintenance of robust project budgets, cost baselines, cash flow forecasts, and expenditure plans. Continuously monitor financial performance, conducting variance analysis and guiding corrective actions to manage cost risks and opportunities effectively while ensuring alignment with ERP and project control systems. Planning & Scheduling: Spearhead the creation and updating of detailed project schedules spanning engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases. Include establishing milestones, critical path analysis, and regular schedule performance reviews to identify and mitigate delays proactively. Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar scheduling tools is essential. Progress Measurement & Performance Management: Develop and implement standardised progress measurement methodologies, validating reported physical progress with project schedules and site activities. Provide comprehensive dashboards and reports to highlight key performance indicators and trends that inform leadership decisions. Risk, Change & Contingency Management: Lead the assessment and ongoing management of project risks and changes. Maintain integrated risk registers, monitor mitigation strategies, manage scope and cost changes, and oversee contingency utilization to maintain financial control and minimize negative project impacts. Document Control & Information Management: Establish and oversee project document management systems to ensure accurate storage, version control, accessibility, and integrity of all project documentation, facilitating effective knowledge management and project close-out processes. Project Reporting & Governance: Prepare and consolidate detailed project control reports aligned with governance requirements for stakeholders including the Vice President, Projects, and ABU leadership teams. Deliver executive dashboards highlighting proje