Blueprint Recruitment is looking to speak with Cost Planners to join a global Design Engineering Consultancy, on a contract basis.
The successful candidate must be able to commute into Reading, as this position requires office presence on a hybrid basis.
If selected, you will be responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, budgets and forecasts for construction projects from inception to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
· Update SAP with information pertaining to forecasts, actuals and slippage
· Tracking key milestones required by the business
· Assure the quality of the data and compliance with financial and corporate policies
- Work alongside the governance team to ensure that changes to funding reflect project initiatives and changes in governance
· Liaise the Programme Manager to ensure monitoring and forecasting of Unbriefed allocations
· Support Budget setting and financial forecasting for their functional area of the business
· Maintain a consistent Cost Breakdown Schedule within SAP with Activity ID mapping and coding, enabling compliance with IFRS and other reporting standards
· Ensure that changes to baseline performance are escalated
· Ensure correct cost settlement and capitalisation
Key Requirements:
· 10 years’ experience with the use of SAP
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field
· Extensive experience in cost planning
· Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and building systems
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
· Detail-oriented and organised
· Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
For further information on this opportunity, please contact Mac Howieson on 02392 603030 or email mac.howieson@blueprintrecruit.com
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