Cost Engineer at Colas Rail Uk in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

data reconciliation

cost control

po utilisation

resource reporting

supplier liaison

grn processing

Collation, organisation and reconciliation of spreadsheet data and data from finance / cost / site record systems and entering such records into archive as needed (Scanned/Hard Copy & Digital Records)
Liaising with Construction Managers / Supervisors for the completion of these site records and retrieving them from one of the MMA Compounds if necessary.
Working in close cooperation with Delivery Managers around commercial performance/Purchase Order Utilisation/Missing Tickets/Problem Suppliers
Work closely with the Finance and project teams to ensure all processes are followed as required. Identify non conformance and elevate concerns to line management.
Liaising with Sub-contractors & Suppliers for Verification of Hours, Missing POD’s, Quantity & Rate errors etc
Providing interface with Suppliers & Sub-Contractors.
Working closely with the SQS/QS you will assist with the cost control of the Project, focussing on labour / plant / materials through tracking of orders and regular reconciliation of costs with budget.
Active participation in weekly planned v actual resource usage reporting from weekly “plan, do and review” meetings.
Ensuring all labour, plant and material schedules and trackers are maintained and accurate as well as periodic review of the suppliers allocated to each Cost Clerk, assuring balanced workloads.
Support the Project Commercial team as necessary in the preparation of cost reports, audit responses, evaluation of Sub-Contractor Applications & issuing of payment notices & GRN on system.
Participating in project management team.
Responsible for the accurate and timely cost collation, reconciliation and reporting of data from site records – time and allocation sheets, GRN’s, POD’s (or delivery team approval if POD missing).
Timely GRN of all POD’s received onto the system, and liaison with the finance team to ensure DPO (Days Payment Outstanding) remains within business tolerance.
Review of Purchase Order utilisation & notification to project teams of orders approaching or exceeding 100% utilisation. Reporting same at weekly project review meetings as required.

Requirements

microsoft office

finance systems

powerbi

proactive

detail driven

driving licence

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook)
Working knowledge of finance systems
Working knowledge of PowerBI
Proactive approach to closing out issues with POD/Invoice issues with suppliers/Delivery Team/Finance.
Highly organised and detail driven
Full UK Driving licence

Benefits

Eye Care Vouchers
Industry leading Life Assurance
26 days Annual Leave
Healthcare Cash Plan
Season Ticket Loan
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
Pension Scheme
Occupational Health Service
Long Service Award
Competitive Salary
We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded as a key player in the UK rail sector, Colas Rail UK has become synonymous with quality and innovation.
The company’s expertise spans across track construction, maintenance, signalling, and rail systems integration.
It has successfully delivered complex rail projects ranging from station refurbishments to high-speed rail initiatives.
Colas Rail UK has a reputation for handling challenging projects in the public and private sectors.
The company prides itself on its ability to offer tailored solutions for each client’s unique infrastructure needs.
With a rich history in the rail industry, it continues to push boundaries through the use of advanced technologies.
Notable projects include major upgrades to the UK’s national rail network, ensuring safety and efficiency.
From heavy civil engineering to sophisticated signalling systems, Colas Rail UK thrives on delivering impactful results.

Culture + Values

Safety is our top priority.
We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions.
We pride ourselves on working in partnership with clients and stakeholders.
Innovation and continuous improvement drive us.
We are dedicated to developing our people and creating an inclusive environment.
Our people are key to our success, and we focus on fostering a collaborative and respectful work culture.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero, reflecting a long-term environmental goal.

Focus on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and adopting sustainable practices.
Introduction of electric and hybrid plant machinery to reduce environmental impact.
Continual assessment and optimization of the environmental impact of projects.
Delivery of projects with minimal environmental disruption, incorporating sustainable materials and processes.

Inclusion & Diversity

We have a clear commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
Promoting a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
Ongoing initiatives to improve gender diversity in the workforce.
Regular monitoring and reporting on diversity statistics to ensure progress.

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Role

Description

data reconciliation

cost control

po utilisation

resource reporting

supplier liaison

grn processing

Collation, organisation and reconciliation of spreadsheet data and data from finance / cost / site record systems and entering such records into archive as needed (Scanned/Hard Copy & Digital Records)
Liaising with Construction Managers / Supervisors for the completion of these site records and retrieving them from one of the MMA Compounds if necessary.
Working in close cooperation with Delivery Managers around commercial performance/Purchase Order Utilisation/Missing Tickets/Problem Suppliers
Work closely with the Finance and project teams to ensure all processes are followed as required. Identify non conformance and elevate concerns to line management.
Liaising with Sub-contractors & Suppliers for Verification of Hours, Missing POD’s, Quantity & Rate errors etc
Providing interface with Suppliers & Sub-Contractors.
Working closely with the SQS/QS you will assist with the cost control of the Project, focussing on labour / plant / materials through tracking of orders and regular reconciliation of costs with budget.
Active participation in weekly planned v actual resource usage reporting from weekly “plan, do and review” meetings.
Ensuring all labour, plant and material schedules and trackers are maintained and accurate as well as periodic review of the suppliers allocated to each Cost Clerk, assuring balanced workloads.
Support the Project Commercial team as necessary in the preparation of cost reports, audit responses, evaluation of Sub-Contractor Applications & issuing of payment notices & GRN on system.
Participating in project management team.
Responsible for the accurate and timely cost collation, reconciliation and reporting of data from site records – time and allocation sheets, GRN’s, POD’s (or delivery team approval if POD missing).
Timely GRN of all POD’s received onto the system, and liaison with the finance team to ensure DPO (Days Payment Outstanding) remains within business tolerance.
Review of Purchase Order utilisation & notification to project teams of orders approaching or exceeding 100% utilisation. Reporting same at weekly project review meetings as required.

Requirements

microsoft office

finance systems

powerbi

proactive

detail driven

driving licence

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook)
Working knowledge of finance systems
Working knowledge of PowerBI
Proactive approach to closing out issues with POD/Invoice issues with suppliers/Delivery Team/Finance.
Highly organised and detail driven
Full UK Driving licence

Benefits

Eye Care Vouchers
Industry leading Life Assurance
26 days Annual Leave
Healthcare Cash Plan
Season Ticket Loan
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
Pension Scheme
Occupational Health Service
Long Service Award
Competitive Salary
We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded as a key player in the UK rail sector, Colas Rail UK has become synonymous with quality and innovation.
The company’s expertise spans across track construction, maintenance, signalling, and rail systems integration.
It has successfully delivered complex rail projects ranging from station refurbishments to high-speed rail initiatives.
Colas Rail UK has a reputation for handling challenging projects in the public and private sectors.
The company prides itself on its ability to offer tailored solutions for each client’s unique infrastructure needs.
With a rich history in the rail industry, it continues to push boundaries through the use of advanced technologies.
Notable projects include major upgrades to the UK’s national rail network, ensuring safety and efficiency.
From heavy civil engineering to sophisticated signalling systems, Colas Rail UK thrives on delivering impactful results.

Culture + Values

Safety is our top priority.
We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions.
We pride ourselves on working in partnership with clients and stakeholders.
Innovation and continuous improvement drive us.
We are dedicated to developing our people and creating an inclusive environment.
Our people are key to our success, and we focus on fostering a collaborative and respectful work culture.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero, reflecting a long-term environmental goal.

Focus on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and adopting sustainable practices.
Introduction of electric and hybrid plant machinery to reduce environmental impact.
Continual assessment and optimization of the environmental impact of projects.
Delivery of projects with minimal environmental disruption, incorporating sustainable materials and processes.

Inclusion & Diversity

We have a clear commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
Promoting a culture where everyone feels respected and valued.
Ongoing initiatives to improve gender diversity in the workforce.
Regular monitoring and reporting on diversity statistics to ensure progress.

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