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Cost Control Specialist

2 months ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom First Recruitment Group - IT Full time

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Cost Control Specialist for a contract role.

Contract Duration: 2 years

Location: Glasgow

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Compliance: Inside IR35

Security Clearance Required

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide essential support to the management team regarding cost management, ensuring timely reporting and assisting the Cost Engineer as necessary.

  • Enhance performance standards and technical proficiency through effective communication.
  • Assist Project and Programme Managers during Monthly Finance and Delivery Reviews.
  • Engage with the Finance team to ensure all necessary documentation is readily available.
  • Foster the development of the Cost Engineer.
  • Support cost engineering functions by collaborating with Project Managers to deliver accurate forecasts for the project lifecycle.
  • Work closely with the Project Planner to ensure forecasts are well-informed and aligned with the overall programme.
  • Monitor and track costs and forecasts to maintain and demonstrate ongoing affordability.
  • Generate cost reporting outputs promptly for month-end reporting, integrating with relevant internal financial systems.
  • Participate in monthly supplier project meetings and manage associated contract administration as needed.
  • Process purchase and contract requisitions and handle invoice receipting within the internal system.
  • Review invoices and valuations, providing guidance to Project Managers to resolve any invoice discrepancies.
  • Oversee costs related to changes and attend change control meetings.
  • Support the Cost Engineer's development.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

  • Strong communication skills to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with a proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues.
  • Exceptional presentation and reporting skills to facilitate cost pre-meetings and month-end reviews.
  • Experience working within a comprehensive Project Controls team on complex projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of cost engineering functions, cost control, and cost analysis.
  • Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in estimating.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

  • Chartered status is preferred.
  • Relevant professional membership or progress towards it.
  • Experience with CEMAR.
  • Familiarity with NEC contracts is advantageous.

Company Overview

At First Recruitment Group, we recognize the significance of securing the right talent. Our Recruitment Consultants dedicate time to thoroughly understand requirements and provide valuable advice to both clients and candidates.

We are committed to recruiting at all levels, making this an excellent opportunity for a Cost Control Specialist seeking new challenges.

As part of our commitment to prioritizing people, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer, continuously working to enhance the diversity of our workforce in collaboration with our clients.