Commercial Assistant

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and professional services firm is looking for a Commercial Assistant to join their Commission Management Team in Birmingham. You will be responsible for cost management and financial reporting on various projects. This entry-level role requires collaboration with a team while developing skills in financial management and project budgeting. Opportunities for learning and personal growth are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health & Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management or a similar role in the construction industry is beneficial.
• Focused approach with strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring budgets and tracking expenditure.
• Generate regular financial reports focusing on cost performance.
• Support cost control measures to maintain project budgets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, quantity surveying, or related field

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About The Role…

The Commission Management Team is part of the Project Management and Commercial Management Team within the Civil Infrastructure & Utilities division of WSP. The Commission Management Team is a small team of seven staff members, working on individual projects and Frameworks, coming together to share knowledge and support one another as a group, to promote growth of individuals and of the team.

Your Team

As Commercial Assistant you will work collaboratively with the Commission Management Team and project teams. analysing costs and ensuring that projects are completed within budget. The Commercial Assistant will support the Commission Management Team in all aspects of cost control, financial reporting, and contract administration.

A typical Day would include

• Assist in monitoring budgets, tracking expenditure, and report any deviations from the projected costs.
• Generate regular financial reports, highlighting cost performance and variances.
• Support the process of implementing cost control measures to maintain project budgets and enhance profitability.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of project costs, contracts, and financial transactions.
• Work closely collaboratively with team members, project managers and engineers, ensure effective cost management on projects.
• Assist in forecasting future costs and financial impacts for ongoing projects.
• Assist in the change control process, preparing quotations for change requests and adjusting the budget and forecast where necessary.
  
  

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, quantity surveying, or a related field.
• Previous experience in cost management, or a similar role in the construction industry would be beneficial.
• You will have a focused approach and demonstrate attention to detail, and knowledge of using financial software (Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  
  

Benefits

• You will be part of a driven and productive team of cost managers and quantity surveyors which offers a support network for learning and development within the role.
• You will develop a good understanding of the financial management of projects from inception to completion.
• The opportunity to experience working on a variety of projects and contractual arrangements will offer diversity in the breadth of experience you will gain.
• The expectation is for you to gain the skills and experience required to manage your own projects independently.
  
  

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the

best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Professional Services

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