At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead cost management for a major infrastructure programme, ensuring projects stay on budget.
- Company: Join a leading player in the UK infrastructure sector with a collaborative team.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on large-scale projects while developing your career in project controls.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Cost Lead in Project Controls and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Our client, a major player in the UK infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced Cost Lead to join their Project Controls function on a contract basis. This is a key role supporting the delivery of a large-scale infrastructure programme, with responsibility for cost management, reporting, and forecasting across the project lifecycle.
The Role
Working within an established Project Controls team, you'll take the lead on cost control activities, ensuring accurate reporting and providing the insight needed to keep delivery on budget.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading cost management across the programme, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Producing clear, accurate cost reports and dashboards for senior stakeholders
- Monitoring commitments, actuals, and accruals, and maintaining cost baselines
- Supporting change control, risk, and value management processes
- Working closely with planning, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure alignment of cost and schedule
- Driving continuous improvement in cost control processes and reporting standards
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Cost Lead / Cost Manager within a Project Controls environment
- A track record of delivering on major infrastructure projects (essential)
- Water sector experience is highly desirable, though not a requirement
- Strong cost forecasting, reporting, and analytical skills
- Confident engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels
- Relevant systems experience (e.g. cost management / ERP tools) and advanced Excel
Contract Details
- Rate: £600 per day (Inside IR35)
- Location: Reading – hybrid working, 1-2 days per week on site, remainder remote
- Type: Contract
How to Apply
To apply or find out more, please submit your CV via this advert or contact Martin Stanley at Pace Global for a confidential discussion.
Cost Lead employer: PACE Global
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