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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in cost verification and analysis, with strong capabilities in managing cost data and commercial principles. Proficient in using cost management systems and tools, while effectively communicating findings and mentoring junior colleagues.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cost Verification ManagementData Analysis and InterpretationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyCost Management Systems ExperienceClear Communication with Stakeholders
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Cost AnalysisData SamplingPayroll AuditsEmployment Contract AuditsCost-Reimbursable Contracts KnowledgeTarget Cost Contracts Knowledge
Soft Skills
Strong OrganisationAttention to DetailIndependent WorkCollaborationDeadline Delivery
Tools & Technologies
COINSSAPICONOracle
Certifications & Qualifications
MRICSACCAFCA
Industry Keywords
Quantity SurveyingCost ManagementCommercial ManagementConstruction Contracts
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesOracle
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage defined areas of cost verification commissions
- Analyse cost data against contractual and commercial principles
- Review cost and commercial management systems and processes
- Undertake data sampling, payroll and employment contract audits
- Work with project and finance teams to obtain and understand key information
- Produce working papers, close-out reports and practical recommendations
- Present findings clearly to contractors and other stakeholders
- Support and mentor junior colleagues
- Travel to client sites and other UK locations when required
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ideally have a degree in Quantity Surveying, Accountancy or a related discipline
- Professional membership such as MRICS, ACCA or FCA advantageous but not essential
- Experience of cost systems such as COINS, SAP, ICON or Oracle
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Knowledge of target cost or cost-reimbursable construction contracts
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex data
- Strong organisation and attention to detail
- Clear, confident communication with stakeholders at different levels
- Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively and deliver to deadlines
- Willingness to travel to client sites and other UK locations when required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Continued professional development will be supported
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging commitment
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Meaningful work delivering sustainable solutions
- Career development through a skills-based approach