Project Controls Specialist

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in the United Kingdom is seeking a cost/finance support role to help monitor budgets, track expenditures and prepare regular cost reports. You will work with senior cost controllers and project managers to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with basic UK financial regulations.

The role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with opportunities to grow in cost control and financial analysis across projects within the engineering and infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for basic financial analysis, including formulas, pivot tables and data visualization.
• Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook proficiency.
• Collaborate with senior cost controllers and project managers for accurate cost reporting.
• Stakeholder communication: convey cost updates clearly to stakeholders.
• Work with procurement, engineering and operations to gather cost data.
• Analytical mindset to analyse data and resolve cost discrepancies.
• Ensure accuracy in data entry, reports and budget tracking.
• Adapt to changes and update cost plans as needed.
• A degree in finance, accounting, engineering or related fields; professional certification pursued.
• Some experience in finance, project support, or similar roles; beneficial.
• Familiar with financial software/tools such as Excel or Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Budget Monitoring: assist in tracking project budgets and forecasts.
• Cost Tracking: collect and maintain expenditure data and records.
• Basic awareness of UK financial regulations: VAT, tax basics.
• Cost Reporting: assist in preparing regular cost reports and forecasts.
• Data Management: maintain organized financial documents for audits.
• Documentation Support: help create cost control docs like change orders and contracts.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Analytical mindset

Data accuracy

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Budget reporting support

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Numerical analysis

Education

Finance/economics/engineering degree

Pursuing professional certifications

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

Oracle

Job description

Overview

Take our vision into the future.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's'a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's'ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Your role

• Budget Monitoring: Assist in tracking project budgets, ensuring that costs align with financial plans and forecasts.
• Cost Tracking: Collect and maintain data related to expenditures, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Basic Awareness of UK Financial Regulations: Begin building knowledge of VAT, tax regulations.
• Cost Reporting: Assist in the preparation of regular financial project reports, including cost summaries, variance reports, and forecasts.
• Data Management: Maintain organized records of financial documents, ensuring easy access for audits and project reviews.
• Documentation Support: Help in creating and updating cost control documentation, such as change orders, purchase orders, and contracts.

About you

• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel for basic financial analysis, including formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization.
• Microsoft Office Packages: Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Collaborate closely with senior cost controllers and project managers to ensure accurate and timely cost reporting.
• Stakeholder Communication: Develop skills in communicating cost-related updates and data to various stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Work with procurement, engineering, and operational teams to gather cost data and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to help analyse data and support problem-solving efforts related to cost discrepancies or financial issues.
• Ensure accuracy in data entry, report preparation, and budget tracking to avoid financial errors.
• Adaptability: Quickly adapt to changes, assisting in updating cost plans as needed.
• A degree in a relevant field, such as finance, accounting, project management, engineering, or working towards professional certifications.
• Some previous experience in finance, project support, or similar roles is beneficial.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of financial software and tools used for cost tracking and reporting, such as Excel or Oracle.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.