Cost Analyst in Newport, Wales

SCHEDULE OF RATES ANALYST / INSURANCE COST CONSULTANT
South Wales / Hybrid Working Available £38,000 - £45,000 per annum + Benefits + Career Progression Join One of the UK's Leading Insurance Reinstatement & Property Repair Specialists
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DALE Building Maintenance Ltd , we are specialists in property maintenance, insurance reinstatement, facilities management and construction services, delivering projects nationwide for insurers, loss adjusters, housing providers, commercial organisations and major corporate clients. Due to continued growth within our Insurance Reinstatement Division, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded
Schedule of Rates Analyst / Insurance Cost Consultant
to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing costs, preparing detailed scopes of works and working closely with insurers, loss adjusters, contractors and project teams to ensure projects are accurately costed, managed and delivered. If you have strong building knowledge, understand Schedule of Rates pricing mechanisms and enjoy turning technical information into commercially accurate project forecasts, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity
You'll be at the heart of our insurance repair operation, responsible for analysing client Schedule of Rates, preparing repair scopes, pricing variations, managing final accounts and providing commercial support throughout the lifecycle of insurance reinstatement projects. Working closely with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Project Teams and Insurance Clients, you will play a key role in ensuring projects remain commercially viable, accurately priced and effectively managed. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator, quantity surveyor, insurance claims professional or Schedule of Rates specialist looking to join a growing and ambitious business. Key Responsibilities
Schedule of Rates Analysis
Analyse client Schedule of Rates and pricing frameworks Interpret insurer and client pricing methodologies Identify opportunities and risks within contract pricing structures Ensure scopes of work are correctly aligned to client SORs Scope Preparation
Produce detailed repair scopes from survey information, reports and site inspections Interpret building defects and damage reports Prepare comprehensive specifications for insurance reinstatement projects Work closely with operational teams to develop accurate project scopes Variations & Final Accounts
Identify and prepare variations throughout project delivery Monitor changes against original scopes and budgets Produce supporting documentation for variation submissions Prepare and negotiate final accounts Reconcile completed works against Schedule of Rates frameworks Commercial & Financial Management
Produce project budgets and financial forecasts Analyse project margins and profitability Monitor costs against approved schedules Support commercial reporting and performance analysis Assist with tender reviews and pricing submissions Stakeholder Management
Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters and surveyors Support Contracts Managers and Operational Teams Attend project review meetings where required Provide technical and commercial advice to project stakeholders What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
Strong construction, building repair or property maintenance knowledge Excellent understanding of Schedule of Rates pricing mechanisms Experience preparing scopes of work and specifications Experience managing variations and final accounts Strong commercial awareness Ability to interpret technical reports and survey information Excellent numerical and analytical skills Experience preparing project budgets and forecasts Good understanding of insurance reinstatement projects Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously Ideal Backgrounds
We would welcome applications from individuals with experience as: Insurance Reinstatement Surveyor Quantity Surveyor Schedule of Rates Specialist Building Surveyor Claims Surveyor Estimator Commercial Analyst Cost Consultant Contract Administrator Project Surveyor Why Join DALE? Be Part of a Growing Business
DALE has successfully traded since 1986 and continues to expand across the insurance, maintenance and construction sectors. Exciting and Varied Work
No two claims are the same. You'll work on a broad range of projects including: Escape of Water Claims Fire Damage Reinstatement Impact Damage Repairs Subsidence Repairs Commercial Property Reinstatement Residential Restoration Projects Large Loss Insurance Claims Career Development
We actively invest in our people and provide clear progression opportunities into: Senior Commercial Roles Quantity Surveying Positions Insurance Management Roles Commercial Management Operations Management Modern Systems & Technology
You'll work with DALE's market-leading systems and reporting tools, supporting a highly efficient and data-driven operation. Salary & Benefits
Financial Package
£38,000 - £45,000 per annum Performance-related bonus opportunities Company pension scheme Full-time permanent employment Long service rewards Employee Benefits
Virtual GP access Employee Assistance Programme Mental health and wellbeing support High street retailer discounts Technology and mobile phone discounts Travel and leisure savings Gym membership discounts Working Environment
Supportive management team Open-door culture Modern office facilities Strong family values Long-term career security Opportunities for progression and development Why This Role Matters
This is not a traditional estimating role. You'll become a key part of a business that delivers thousands of insurance repair projects annually, ensuring that scopes, schedules, variations and final accounts are commercially robust and accurately reflect the works undertaken. Your expertise will directly influence project profitability, client satisfaction and business performance. Apply Today
If you have a strong understanding of building construction, insurance reinstatement, Schedule of Rates pricing and commercial project management, and you're looking to join a growing company where your expertise will be valued and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you. DALE Building Maintenance Ltd Building Confidence. Restoring Properties. Growing Careers. Established 1986.
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