Lead Cost Analyst & Cost Analyst
- Location:
-
Berkshire
- Sector:
- Aerospace & Defence
- Job Type:
- Contract
- Salary:
- Negotiable Rate
- Reference:
- 088270
Role
Lead Cost Analyst & Cost Analyst
- Initial 6 months
- X2 headcount – 1 will be a Lead level
- BPSS clearance
- £Negotiable Rates
- Reading office
- Hybrid working
This is a role for an experienced Cost Control Manager to work on an exciting new Defence Framework. It presents a great opportunity for someone to join a growing team focused on excellence within the project control’s function
- Reporting to the Cost Management Lead, this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
- Developing and managing project budgets and forecasts , monitoring costs and expenses, highlighting variances and challenging discrepancies to ensure budgets stay within contractual constraints
- Implementing cost control measures to aid the optimisation of costs profiling without compromising both the quality and schedules across the portfolio.
- Using cost databases, historical data and trend analysis to review and intercept cost information for effective decision making by senior leaders.
- Working in collaboration with Project teams to provide cost-related insights and support through the project lifecycle
- Seeking opportunities to further improve cost estimation methods, streamline processes and enhance efficiencies in cost management
- Monitoring and clearing of internal business issues – DSO, Aged Debt, delayed invoicing, forecast accuracy and application for payment peer reviews.
- Effectively communicating cost related information and insights to diverse stakeholders, including presenting findings and sharing recommendations.
- Review Team Margin Analysis reports and attend Project Reviews as required
- Deputising for the Cost Management lead where required
Here’s What You’ll Need
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Significant knowledge or qualification in a recognised programme/project management methodology, e.g. MSP, Prince, APM and experience of NEC4 Contract
- Demonstrable experience of working in a major / complex infrastructure project and working in a matrix organisation
- Team oriented leader with the ability to work closely with peers; delegate, motivate and empower individuals and teams.
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Experience across all stages of the project life cycle
- Substantial experience of planning services in medium to large sized projects within the construction industry 1m – 100m
- Capable of helping to forge and foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Ability to develop trust in people and assist others as required with strong communication skills, including writing reports & presenting
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.
We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Cost Analyst looking for new employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
