At a Glance
- Tasks: Support project delivery by managing and recording site-related costs accurately.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in the construction and engineering sector.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hands-on experience, and a chance to work on major projects.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Be a key player in ensuring project success through accurate cost management.
- Qualifications: Experience in costing or project administration, with strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Feltham, Greater London
Rate: £250 - £300 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 12-Month Temporary Contract
Hours: 45 Hours per Week
We are currently seeking an experienced Costing Assistant to support a busy project delivery team based in Feltham. This role is responsible for ensuring that all site-related costs are accurately captured, recorded, and allocated within company systems. Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Teams, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate project cost information and supporting the smooth operation of project controls processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all site costs.
- Chase, receive, and process allocation sheets from Site Managers and Project Managers.
- Allocate labour, vehicles, plant, materials, and subcontractor costs against the correct project numbers.
- Receive and manage delivery notes and site tickets, ensuring costs are correctly allocated against purchase orders and project codes.
- Process cost information within CPA, Oracle, and other project management systems.
- Prepare weekly timecards and payroll information for weekly-paid personnel.
- Ensure allocation sheets, delivery notes, and other project documentation are uploaded and maintained within SharePoint.
- Liaise with Quantity Surveyors and site teams to resolve cost queries and discrepancies.
- Support commercial teams by ensuring project cost records remain accurate and complete.
- Assist in maintaining auditable records and supporting project reporting requirements.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Costing Assistant, Commercial Administrator, Cost Administrator, Project Cost Coordinator, or in a similar role.
- Experience working within construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, aviation, highways, water, energy, or telecommunications projects.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling cost information.
- Good understanding of labour, plant, material, and subcontractor cost allocation processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience using Oracle, CPA, SAP, COINS, or similar costing/project management systems.
- Experience using SharePoint or similar document management systems.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
Desirable
- Experience supporting Quantity Surveyors or commercial teams.
- Previous experience on major infrastructure or construction projects.
- Knowledge of project cost management processes and project controls.
- Experience working within a fast-paced site environment.
Project Administrator employer: Damicor
Join a dynamic team in Feltham, where we prioritise accuracy and collaboration in project delivery. As a Project Administrator, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development, alongside competitive daily rates. Our commitment to maintaining a positive work environment ensures that you will thrive while contributing to impactful projects in the construction and infrastructure sectors.
