Cost Assurance Consultant

3 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we're passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a personable, enthusiastic, and energetic Consultant to join our specialist Cost & Supply Chain Assurance team to assist our continuing growth and make the difference to both our business and our clients.

You will be a Consultant within our UK Infrastructure business working within our specialist Cost & Supply Chain Assurance team to help review and scrutinise actual incurred cost and help drive supply chain improvement and efficiency for a range of major programmes and projects. The main purpose of the role is;

Deliver successful Cost Assurance commissions
  • Working in teams of variable sizes and providing support to more junior members to allow them to develop and grow
  • Inputting into the development of the service line by contributing to bids and the ongoing refinement of internal training and information about the service
Job Objectives:

Review construction contractor systems, controls and processes to provide a view on their ways of working, using intelligence from around the industry to build a view on best practice.
  • Analysis and understanding of complex construction contracts.
  • Plan financial audits by understanding our Clients' objectives and risk areas, as well as the supply chains' structure, policies and processes
  • Performing testing of data and information using smart techniques and tools such as data visualisation and trend / pattern analysis.
  • Production of findings reports that deliver key findings, recommendations and messages in a succinct and professional manner.
  • Fostering good quality working relationships with clients and those being reviewed built around trust and professionalism.
  • Assisting the maintenance of internal systems to make sure commission and financial management is compliant with business process.
Qualifications

Previous experience or a sound and suitable understanding of the following will be a distinct advantage in applying for this role:
  • Data analysis - ability to review and draw insights from large quantities of data in various formats
  • Time management - working in a team environment and handling a variable workload through peaks and troughs
  • Assessment of accuracy and entitlement to costs - e.g. certification of application for payment or review of invoices
  • Report writing - communicating complex messages succinctly to maximise impact
  • Construction industry technical matters - such as disallowed cost areas, calculation of pain/gain amounts etc.
  • Contract Management - NEC3/4 (Option C, E) preferred
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Additional Information

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.

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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