Cost Manager (Cost Controller)

SSE plc; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Performance bonus

Private healthcare

Gym membership

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to Work

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a Cost Manager (Cost Controller) to join our Procurement & Commercial team supporting the Networks Transmission business. The role focuses on cost control, forecasting and reporting across a portfolio of projects, with base locations including Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with flexible working options, and a salary range of £51,600–£77,400 plus a car/allowance and bonus, along with a range of benefits to support family

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in cost control and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience and competency in MS Excel, Power BI and ERP tools.
• Knowledge of commercial contract management (FIDIC/NEC3).

Responsibilities

• Manage Cost Control across multiple projects, including value of work done, forecasting, reporting and integration with Contract Management.
• Produce monthly Cost Control reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Present Cost Control data at forums such as Monthly Cost Reviews and explain variances.
• Use Cost Control data to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Cost Control processes.

Skills

Cost control

Forecasting

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Excel

Power BI

Oracle/ERP

Tools

Oracle/ERP

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £51,600 - £77,400 + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Manager (Cost Controller) to join our Procurement and Commercial team to support our Networks Transmission business.

SSEN Transmission is at the heart of the just transition to net zero in the UK. In the coming years, our network will be pivotal in connecting and transporting the power neededto decarbonise the UK's electricity network and in doing so power the UK's net-zero and energy security ambitions. Our business is rapidly growing, to deliver the largest investment package that Scotland's electricity system has ever seen, with a projected investment programme of over £20bn+ in the next 10 years. This role will support the delivery of this ambitious investment programme.

The role will be responsible for Cost Control activities within our Transmission business. To successfully operate within a regulated business environment, we require to monitor, control and report on all Cost Control matters. The Cost Manager (Cost Controller) will be expected to manage the coordination and fulfilment of all Cost Control activities for allocated projects.

You will

• Manage Cost Control activities across a number of projects - this includes value of work done, forecasting, reporting and integration with Contract Management.
• Produce Cost Control Reporting monthly - ensuring reports are accurate and timely.
• Present Cost Control data at various forums such as Monthly Cost Reviews - explaining key elements and variances within the reporting.
• Use Cost Control data to provide actionable insights to various stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the business, including identifying and developing innovative methods for improving Cost Control processes.

You have

• Demonstrable experience and competency in cost control and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrate experience and competency in digital tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Oracle/Other ERP
• Knowledge and experience of commercial aspects of contracts (including Contract Management-FIDIC/NEC3).

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our Procurement & Commercial teams help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.