Cost Analyst/Commercial Administrator

Ganymede Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail contractor seeks a Cost Analyst to provide financial insight on urban rail projects in Birmingham. This role involves supporting financial reporting, budget preparation, and analysis of project costs. The ideal candidate will be degree-educated, have experience in project finance, and possess strong analytical and Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £32,000, along with 26 days holiday, pension contributions, and various health benefits, in a stable and structured work environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension – 6% employer contribution

Health Cash Plan

Flu vaccinations & eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Degree educated (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Experience in a project‑based finance or commercial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and presentation of project financial reports.
• Assist with budgets and business plan preparation.
• Analyse actual costs vs forecasts across projects.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Project finance experience

Attention to detail

Experience with large datasets

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Cost Analyst

Tier 1 Rail Contractor | Midland Metro Alliance (MMA)

Birmingham - Summer Lane (Depot / Office Based)

40 hours | Monday - Friday

Office / site attendance required 5 days per week

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a Tier 1 rail contractor working across the Midland Metro Alliance (MMA), supporting a portfolio of live urban light rail projects across Birmingham.

The role sits within the commercial / finance function, working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and wider project teams to provide clear, accurate financial insight on project performance.

If you enjoy numbers, analysis and understanding how projects actually perform, and you want a role with exposure, development and progression, this is a strong move.

The Role

You’ll support the commercial and project teams by providing accurate financial data, analysis and reporting, including:

• Supporting the preparation and presentation of project financial reports
• Assisting with budgets and business plan preparation
• Analysing actual costs vs forecasts across projects and programme activity
• Managing the day-to-day financial aspects of contracts
• Supporting change control and financial governance
• Producing regular and ad-hoc financial reports
• Carrying out reconciliations and performance analysis
• Supporting monthly performance reviews with key stakeholders
• Ensuring all commitments align with approved budgets or follow change control
• Helping embed financial awareness across project teams

This is a hands‑on analytical role, close to live projects and senior stakeholders.

Who This Suits

• Has experience in a project‑based finance or commercial environment
• Is confident working with data, reports and analysis
• Is strong in Excel and comfortable handling large datasets
• Is detail‑focused, organised and deadline‑driven
• Has an interest in commercial finance and project performance
• Is looking to grow within a Tier 1 infrastructure environment

Experience & Background

Essential

• Degree educated (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• Experience working within a project or programme environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, functions, analysis)

Desirable

• Exposure to infrastructure, rail, civils or construction
• Experience supporting commercial or finance teams on live projects

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £32,000 per annum
• 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Buy additional annual leave scheme
• Company pension – 6% employer contribution
• Death in Service – 4 x annual salary
• Health Cash Plan (including dependent children)
• Aviva Digital GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Flu vaccinations & eye care vouchers

Why Join?

• Tier 1 rail contractor with long‑term MMA workload
• Exposure to high‑profile urban rail projects
• Strong commercial leadership and structured environment
• Clear development opportunities into commercial / finance progression routes
• Stability, visibility and career headroom

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.