Assistant Management Accountant à Grande-Bretagne

Job Description

Location: Wheatley, Oxford

Industry: Construction | Energy | Infrastructure | Engineering

Company: Skyline DC Group

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Cost Estimator to join our growing team. You’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, competitive, and commercially sound cost estimates for a variety of projects, from early-stage bids to change orders and post-project evaluations.

Company Description

Skyline DC LTD is dedicated to providing the commercial and industrial industry with tailored services, from small office renovations to large-scale demolition projects. Our team prides itself on being responsive, creative, and thorough in all of our work, regardless of project size. We are committed to creating inspiring spaces and delivering sustainable energy solutions to support industries and communities in achieving 100% zero carbon free energy.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Cost Estimator, located in Wheatley. The Cost Estimator will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as project estimation, budgeting, cost management, and cost control. They will conduct detailed analyses to support project cost accuracy and ensure financial efficiency throughout project life cycles.

Qualifications

• Project Estimation, Budgeting, and Cost Management skills
• Strong Analytical Skills for detailed cost analysis and financial efficiency
• Expertise in Cost Control to ensure project financial efficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Previous experience in construction or industrial projects is advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation

• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labor, equipment, and overheads.
• Leverage historical data, current market rates, and industry benchmarks.

Bid & Proposal Preparation

• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and project teams to develop tender submissions.
• Ensure bids are both competitive and profitable.

Risk Assessment

• Identify financial risks and uncertainties across project scopes.
• Build contingency strategies to protect margins and ensure resilience.

Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination

• Source and assess quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Validate alignment with project timelines and budgets.

Project Feasibility

• Analyze the commercial viability of new projects.
• Advise management on pricing strategies and profitability forecasts.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of estimates, assumptions, and revisions.
• Create insightful reports for stakeholders and clients.

Team Collaboration

• Partner with finance, operations, procurement, and delivery teams.
• Ensure cohesion between estimates and project execution.

Estimating Tools

• Use software such as CostX, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or Excel.
• Stay up to date with digital estimation trends and tools.

Change Orders

• Quantify cost impacts of scope adjustments.
• Update estimates and documentation as required.

Post-Project Analysis

• Compare actual vs. estimated costs to improve future forecasting.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices.
  

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in cost estimation for [insert relevant sectors].
• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Excel.
• A passion for precision and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Ready to take your cost estimation career to the next level?

Apply now or reach out directly to scott@skylinedcenergy.co.uk

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