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Cost Controller – Project Controls Team (Permanent)
Job Summary
The Cost Controller is a key member of the Project Controls team, responsible for overseeing the financial aspects of a construction project to ensure costs are controlled and budgets are adhered to. This role requires expertise in construction processes, financial management, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Budget Development and Management:
- Collaborate with multiple disciplines to establish, monitor, and update project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Cost and Quantity Tracking and Reporting:
- Track actual quantities and costs against forecasts and budgets.
- Identify variances, analyse findings, and report to stakeholders.
- Earned Value Management (EVM):
- Implement and maintain an EVM system to measure project performance, integrating cost, schedule, and scope for accurate project health assessments.
- Forecasting:
- Prepare regular cost and quantity forecasts, highlight potential overruns, and recommend corrective actions.
- Change Management:
- Review, analyse, and process change orders to capture cost impacts and make budget adjustments.
- Financial Reporting:
- Produce detailed financial reports, including cash flow projections and cost-to-complete analyses, for senior management and client reporting.
- Risk Management:
- Identify cost-related risks and develop mitigation strategies.
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Technical Skills and Competencies
- Proven experience in cost control on large construction projects (£100m+).
- Expert knowledge of Earned Value Management, risk management, and cost control application in construction.
- Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Primavera, SAP).
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly and concisely.
- Sharpen attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, adapting under pressure and managing shifting priorities autonomously.
Qualifications, Certifications & Experience
- Recent experience in relevant construction project environments.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills for collaborative workplaces.
- Proven ability to innovate for value and efficiency.
- Commitment to transparency and integration in reporting.
- Demonstrated accuracy and adaptability in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
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Dragados Values
We operate by six foundational principles:
- Excellence: Drive innovation, training, and continuous improvement for high-quality project delivery.
- Integrity: Foster ethical conduct, uphold strict standards of honesty with employees, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Trust: Build enduring relationships across organisation, clients, and supply chain.
- Sustainability: Emphasise sustainable development in projects that contribute responsibly to society and the environment.
- Profitability: Balance financial goals with community value as part of our wider sustainability agenda.
Dragados is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities and respect for human rights across all roles.
Department & Contract Details
- Department: Project Controls
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: Full-time / as specified
- Salary: Competitive remuneration
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