Senior Commercial Cost Auditor

TN United Kingdom; South Kesteven; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Cost Auditor to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting thorough audits on significant construction projects, ensuring compliance with contractual frameworks, and managing a substantial portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost accounting or quantity surveying, paired with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you are curious and driven, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

38 days holiday

Flexible working

Pension

Life assurance

Annual bonus

Rewards program

Qualifications

• Background in cost accounting or quantity surveying, ideally chartered.
• Familiarity with NEC3/NEC4 contracts and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost and compliance audits with key partners.
• Oversee a portfolio of around £100 million.
• Manage audits and mitigate commercial risks.

Skills

Cost Accounting

Quantity Surveying

NEC3/NEC4 Option C and E Contracts

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Driving License

Investigative Mindset

Education

Chartered Status in Cost Accounting or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Commercial Cost Auditor, Scotland wide (geog)

Client:

Scottish Water

Location:

Scotland wide (geog), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.

Scottish Water is owned by, and for, the people of Scotland. We invest every penny of our funding into infrastructure, people, and partnerships to deliver value and sustainability.

Our Commercial Cost Audit team ensures costs of construction projects are well managed and compliant with contractual frameworks.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct cost, compliance, and commercial audits with key partners.
2. Oversee a portfolio of around £100 million.
3. Manage audits, identify risks, verify costs, and recommend changes.
4. Mitigate commercial risks using financial systems, management, and contracts knowledge.
5. Maintain good working relationships with supply chain partners.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Background in cost accounting or quantity surveying, ideally chartered.
• Familiarity with NEC3/NEC4 Option C and E contracts.
• Experience with accounting software, ledgers, and payment mechanisms.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and interpersonal skills.
• Full driving license required.
• Curious, investigative mindset.

Benefits and Work Environment:

Remote work with occasional travel, 38 days holiday, flexible working, pension, life assurance, annual bonus, and rewards.

Salary:

Grade 7, £41,000 - £51,970, with performance-based progression.

Application Deadline:

Midnight on 28th October.

Additional Notes:

Applicants encouraged even if not meeting all criteria. Scottish residence required within three months of joining. Data privacy and application process details included.