Strategic Cost & Value Lead — Rail Operations

Charlton Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for high-profile projects is seeking an Operating Cost & Value Lead to shape the financial strategy of a pivotal UK infrastructure program. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to manage complex financial models while working with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in public sector infrastructure. The position offers a salary of £90,000-£99,819.20 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in public sector or regulated infrastructure.
• Experience in revenue or bid modelling, operational cost forecasting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills developed in complex organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and assurance of the HS2 operational cost baseline.
• Design complex operational cost and revenue models in Excel.
• Provide evidence-based analysis for investment decisions.

Skills

Strong financial literacy

Excel modelling

Stakeholder management

Job description

A recruitment agency for high-profile projects is seeking an Operating Cost & Value Lead to shape the financial strategy of a pivotal UK infrastructure program. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to manage complex financial models while working with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in public sector infrastructure. The position offers a salary of £90,000-£99,819.20 plus benefits.