Project & Cost Controller - Renewables

3 months ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom Meraki Full time

Meraki Talent are exclusively engaged on the permanent position of Project & Cost Controller based in Edinburgh (hybrid working) paying £50,000 - £55,000 plus an excellent benefits package including fantastic bonus and pension.

**The Company**

This business has an unrivalled thirst for growth which will involve UK & international expansion, diversification into different types of renewable energy and several sizable acquisitions. The company is renowned for creating a highly interactive and inclusive culture where it is paramount each individual is given the platform to ensure they reach their full potential - for this reason they seek individuals that are constantly willing to take on additional responsibilities, duties, exposure and challenges so internal career development opportunities tend to be “when” rather than “if “.

**The Role**

This role is a newly developed position to take ownership of an extremely high value & profile project, however other projects will also be placed into their care within the next 12-24 months. It’s varied and diverse role that will provide the utmost exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle, including be responsible for creating and develop the processes, procedures, controls & systems.

You will be involved in but not restricted to the following duties:

- Taking ownership of a high value & profile project with other projects to be added into the portfolio within the near future
- Business partnering with several internal functions and stakeholders including senior management team
- Building and delivering an effective cost management strategy and framework for ongoing projects
- Produce detailed and accurate project cost reports and analysis
- Project budgeting and forecasting including analysis (budget vs actuals etc.) and business partnering with Project Managers
- Monitor and control project invoicing/billing, ensuring they are correct and reconciled to the budget (with any deviations being challenged)
- Support with the risk analysis process as/when required
- Ad hoc duties

To be considered for this opportunity you must have strong costings experience within projects - this can be achieved from a variety of different sectors including renewables, energy, construction, infrastructure etc.

**On Offer**

The position of Project and Cost Controller is based in Edinburgh but with fully flexible and hybrid working (1-2 office and 3-4 days at home). The role will offer:

- £50,000 - £55,000 salary
- Excellent bonus potential
- Fantastic pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Life insurance
- Flexible & hybrid working

**Next Steps**

Please do not hesitate to contact Jack Ramage for a private & confidential discussion regarding this exceptional permanent opportunity


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