• Lead on project controls processes and requirements on designated scope of work and be the key contact for the project team and project controls resources allocated to the area of work
• Independently develop, manage and maintain significant programmes of work
• Services established project controls framework through detailed volume production and the trending and change control process
• Provide accurate forecasts for expenditure and performance within the financial year and project lifetime to support project and finance reporting requirements
• Prepare accruals and journals for areas of work
• Control project expenditure as part of an authorisation chain
• Organise and lead monthly cost reviews for all designated areas of responsibility
• Understand forms of contract and how these impact on cost forecasting and management
• Contribute to the ongoing update and resubmission of project and programme business cases asrequired
• Maintain cost control databases for areas of work, and ensure validation and integrity of data across systems
• Provide Earned Value Analysis, identify critical areas, trends and recommend recovery options, and contribute to clear and concise reporting including the production of project and programme dashboards
• Provide a governance role within the project controls framework by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of project control policies and procedures, and actively promote adherence to them throughout the business
• Contribute to the quality assurance process regarding change control and sanction submissions
• Assist in mentoring and supporting colleagues in their development
• Provide support to the application of risk processes to the Project Teams

Experience Required

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's or NVQ equivalent (grade C or above) including Maths, English and a science plus 2 others
• Possession of appropriate professional qualification, together with demonstrable relevant experience within a cost engineering / project controls role
• Strong mathematical skills
• Understanding of basic accounting principles such as debits, credits and accruals
• Demonstrates ability to produce and present information to high standards
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and meeting tight deadlines
• Confidentiality
• Strong knowledge of procedures and methods relevant to their field together with full understanding of underlying principles.
• Conveys strong communication and interaction skills, externally and internally and has the ability to influence key stakeholders
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and experience of using Project Controls cost, and reporting software.