Project Cost Consultant

Morson Edge; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A project consultancy firm is seeking a Project Cost Consultant to oversee the financial and contractual aspects of a new road scheme in the Cornwall/South West area. You will ensure project milestones, obligations, and cost forecasts are met, working closely with project teams and legal advisers. The role requires excellent coordination and compliance management skills, as well as experience with PCID agreements. The position offers a hybrid work model with remote work and site visits required.

Qualifications

• Experience in project cost management and contractual oversight.
• Strong understanding of PCID agreements and compliance requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with various stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act on behalf of the client to provide financial oversight for a new road scheme.
• Monitor project performance and manage valuations.
• Provide monthly assurance reporting and coordinate with the project team.

Job description

Job Info Project Cost Consultant - Cornwall / South West

Job Specification Project Cost Consultant

Location: Cornwall / Devon

Remote with site visits

Role Overview

Project Cost Consultant will act on behalf of the client to provide financial, contractual, and progress oversight for the delivery of a new road scheme under the PCID agreement. The role ensures that the project is delivered in accordance with agreed milestones, statutory obligations, programme commitments, and cost forecasts.

You will work closely with the project team, legal advisers, contractor, and technical leads to monitor performance, manage valuations, and provide monthly assurance reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement & Project Team Coordination
  • Identify key project team members and relevant stakeholders.
  • Confirm suitability, experience, and capability of the appointed project team.
• Review of the PCID Agreement
  • Review and understand the PCID, including milestone dates, obligations, and delivery requirements.
  • Identify any clauses impacting cost, programme, or risk.
  • Liaise with Freeths and other legal advisers as required regarding PCID obligations and compliance.
• Statutory Consents & Compliance
  • Confirm status of planning conditions and associated tracker.
  • Confirm progress and compliance with S278 agreements.
  • Review status of the Highway Bond.
  • Confirm compliance with all relevant statutes.