We have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Analyst to join our Infrastructure team in Dublin. Owing to the nature of the projects, the role will suit someone with experience of working on rail, highways or utilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and deliver projects through full project lifecycle from Feasibility/Business Case through to Completion.
* Establish strong working relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
* Proactively support the delivery of cost management services on challenging projects and programmes.
* Work on commissions that vary from large scale multi-year infrastructure programmes to shorter periods of advisory support.
* Act as the key day-to-day contact point with the client, with support from the wider cost management team.
* Undertake reporting/analysis and demonstrate good problem-solving capability.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Typical activities include pre and post contract administration activities for our clients:
* Cost planning – end to end
* Benchmarking of costs
* Report writing
* Procurement (knowledge of public procurement would be beneficial)
* Pre and Post Contract Administration, including with NEC or FIDIC type contracts
* Post Contract Cost Control & Reporting
* Value Management and Engineering
* Final accounts
Qualifications
* A minimum of 5 years’ experience on capital infrastructure projects is preferred.
* Qualified graduate in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience or previous proven experience in a cost management environment.
* Competency in utilizing computer software for cost planning and contract administration would be beneficial.
* Familiarity and demonstrable experience of both pre- and post-contract roles.
* Experience in cost management of projects within the infrastructure sector desired but not essential.
* Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment to manage client expectations and deliver high quality service.
* Role will suit a highly motivated individual who is ambitious and looking for an opportunity to develop personally with a clear path for progression.
* Ideally, you will be working towards your professional Accounting or Quantity Surveying (RICS or SCSI) Chartership, although individual circumstances will be considered.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What we offer you:
* Full time
* Competitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits
* 8% Pension
* 25 days Annual leave (23 days + 2 company days)
* Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects
* Career development opportunities both in Ireland and globally
* Opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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