Nico Ellis
About Nico Ellis
Nico Ellis is a Senior Planner at Ivanhoe Mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in the construction industry, having held various roles in both South Africa and the UK, including positions at Mace, Redpath Mongolia, and Leslie Clark Construction Consultants.
Work at Ivanhoe Mines
Nico Ellis has been employed as a Senior Planner at Ivanhoe Mines since 2019. In this role, he has contributed to the company's operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for five years. His responsibilities include overseeing project planning and ensuring that timelines and budgets are adhered to, reflecting his extensive experience in the construction industry.
Previous Experience in Construction Management
Prior to his current position, Nico Ellis held various roles in the construction sector. He worked as an Associate Director at Mace Consultancy from 2015 to 2017 in Johannesburg, South Africa. He also served as a Senior Project Controller at Redpath Mongolia LLC from 2017 to 2019. His earlier experience includes positions at Leslie Clark Construction Consultants and Lendlease in London, where he focused on cost planning and project management.
Education and Expertise
Nico Ellis has a strong educational background in construction and project management. He earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University College of Estate Management, where he studied from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he holds a RICS Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management and a Master of Science in Quantity Surveying from the University of the Free State. His qualifications support his expertise in various project types, including commercial, residential, and educational developments.
Skills and Specializations
Nico Ellis possesses a diverse skill set relevant to the construction industry. His expertise includes estimating, feasibility cost advice, cost planning and control, procurement management, and risk management. He has also been involved in audits for new build and refurbished projects across different market sectors, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of project dynamics.
Background in Quantity Surveying
Nico Ellis began his career in quantity surveying, working in various capacities across South Africa and the UK. He obtained a Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying from the University of the Free State from 1992 to 1995. His early roles included positions at Davis Langdon in both South Africa and the UK, where he developed foundational skills in quantity surveying and project surveying.