Cost Controller

Kent is looking for Cost Controller to join our Project Controls team at our Engineering office based at Woking. This is for a duration of 12 months. 

Scope of Work:

• Develops the cost work breakdown structure which aligns to planning and progress and contractual requirements.
• Assists in developing and implementing requirements for cost recording, reporting, and analysing and reporting.
• Independently provides financial reporting and trending for the Project Controls Manager (PCM).
• Prepare and manage the staffing plans (cost and job hours).
• Prepare and coordinate cost reports.
• Collects and classifies cost engineering data.
• Performs data analysis and development.
• Duties completed independently, on time, and within agreed schedules and budgets.
• All tasks and milestones achieved in line with the project progress measurement system.
• Opportunities identified, risks mitigated, and appropriate actions implemented as they arise.

Key Requirements: 

• Knowledge in capital cost and services cost. 
• Knowledge of scope change management.
• Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up work processes. 
• Proficiency in using multiple Cost software applications e.g. Ecosys, SAP, ORACLE etc. 
• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analysing, and providing innovative solutions to cost problems. 
• Knowledge of financial reporting systems and account coding including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Determination. 
• Knowledge in the use of computers and several basic software applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint for executing work processes 
• Skilled in oral and written communication. 
• Strong communication, leadership and organization skills.

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