Lead Cost Controller for Civil Infrastructure Projects

Proman

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Proman is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to join a high-profile infrastructure project team in the United Kingdom. You will oversee cost control, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting to ensure robust financial delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in finance or related fields and 15 years of experience in major infrastructure cost control or project management. SAP experience and strong stakeholder management are essential for success.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 15 years' experience in cost control, project controls, or project management within major infrastructure, engineering, or construction projects.
Experience on large-scale civil engineering, energy, transportation, or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain cost control procedures and reporting systems.
Monitor expenditure against budgets and investigate variances.
Review and validate invoices for contractual compliance.
Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, cash flow projections, and MI.
Support budgeting and ongoing financial performance monitoring.
Identify cost risks and opportunities with mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with project, procurement, commercial, and operations teams for alignment.
Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to monitor cost performance.