Cost Intelligence Specialist

Cost Intelligence Specialist – Stantec Join to apply for the Cost Intelligence Specialist role at Stantec. Opportunity Our continued success in delivering for many of the UK’s leading utility providers and major infrastructure developers is bringing significant growth across our team. If you care about your community and want to be involved in delivering improvements to the environment and infrastructure, you may be interested in the opportunities we have for Cost Intelligence Specialists within our Programme Management and Commercial Management team. These roles can be based from any of our UK offices, with hybrid working allowing for a mix of home and in-office working. As a Cost Intelligence Specialist within our Programme Management & Commercial Management (PMCM) team you will work across major programmes with clients in the water and energy sectors, focusing on optimising the financial performance of major projects and programmes. Role In this role you will work closely with clients and other stakeholders to help deliver complex capital delivery programmes. Some of the tasks you will lead on include: Data Analysis: collecting, analysing, and interpreting financial data to identify trends and variances. This process helps uncover opportunities for cost reduction and improves overall financial efficiency. Cost Modelling: developing and maintaining cost models involves creating detailed frameworks to forecast costs at both the asset and component levels. Estimating: using top‑down estimating tools for high‑level cost predictions and building estimates from the bottom up using quotations and rates for detailed assessment. Cost Challenge: analysing and optimising processes, civil engineering, MEICA design, construction methodologies and programme allowances to identify efficiencies and savings. Reporting: preparing comprehensive reports and dashboards that clearly present findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Risk and Dispute Management: conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies and preparing materials for negotiations to support stakeholder engagement. As a senior member of our team you will be committed to the professional development of other team members – providing guidance and mentorship. Our Team Adapt to the challenge of working in different environments. Be proactive in providing tailor‑made programme management solutions. Work within collaborative teams to deliver outstanding results. About You You will have experience taking a lead role in delivering complex commercial programmes and leading on cost intelligence initiatives that uncover opportunities for cost reduction and overall financial efficiency. You will have key strengths in cost modelling, estimating and cost challenge. You will have prior experience within engineering, operations, cost analysis, financial modelling, or similar roles, and strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Tableau. Whilst not essential, experience within the water, energy, or related utility sectors would be very advantageous. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering and managing the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments, please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr