Construction Cost Controller: EVM & Budget Expert

Dragados UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dragados UK & Ireland is looking for a Cost Controller to join their Project Controls team in Birmingham. This role is crucial for managing the financial intricacies of large construction projects, ensuring all budgets are monitored and adhered to.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a background in cost control, and knowledge of Earned Value Management practices. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and opportunities to promote excellence and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost control on large (£100m+) construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management and its application in construction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to establish, monitor, and update project budgets.
• Monitor actual quantities and costs against forecasts.
• Implement and maintain EVM systems to measure project performance.
• Prepare regular cost and quantity forecasts.
• Review and analyze change orders.
• Produce detailed financial reports for stakeholders.
• Identify cost-related risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Cost Control

Earned Value Management

Risk Management

Cost Tracking

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Primavera

SAP

Job description

Dragados UK & Ireland is looking for a Cost Controller to join their Project Controls team in Birmingham. This role is crucial for managing the financial intricacies of large construction projects, ensuring all budgets are monitored and adhered to.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a background in cost control, and knowledge of Earned Value Management practices. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and opportunities to promote excellence and sustainability.