Civils construction contractor requires a Cost Clerk / Cost Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis, based in Essex. Hours are 07:00 - 16:00 or 08:00 - 17:00, Monday - Friday. Hybrid work is available.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the close out of costs for construction projects, ensuring anything outstanding is dealt with promptly
- Liaise with Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers on site, as well as internal and external supply chain, regarding all cost matters
- Take part in commercial meetings
- Process Goods Received Notes (GRN) from site
- Work with suppliers and site teams regarding delivery of plant and materials to allow for payment
- Work with those responsible for purchasing plant and materials to deal with any order queries
- Cross reference with purchase ledger team in order to match invoices with GRN
- Verify payments, GRNs and invoices to finalise accounts
- Process any site returns
- Ensure the timely resolution of any invoice queries
- Assist commercial team by providing information on project costs during preparation of final accounts
- Attend sites to ensure they are up-to-date on project costs and keeping within budget
Requirements:
- Full driving licence
- Previous experience as a Cost Clerk or Cost Administrator in the construction or engineering sectors
