Cost Clerk - Dungeness

About the Role

Aureos Highways is seeking a dedicated Cost Clerk to join their expanding team on a major highways project based in Dungeness. This role focuses on cost monitoring and support, playing a key part in enhancing contract profitability and cash flow for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify and approve material and external plant invoices before processing.
• Accurately allocate and code delivery tickets in accordance with budgeted costs and project deliverables.
• Analyze weekly schedules related to materials and plant usage.
• Examine and review all staff and labor cost data.
• Assist the commercial lead with compiling monthly reports and deliverables.
• Prepare necessary cost transfers ensuring proper cost allocation.
• Provide necessary documentation to support periodic payment applications as required.
• Reconcile cost data with financial records to ensure accuracy.
• Conduct visits to other office locations and project sites when necessary.
• Communicate and collaborate with other internal departments and external companies as required.
• Support the commercial lead with any additional duties or special projects as assigned.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional planning, organization, and time management abilities.
• Proven capability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work both independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team, with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary package.
• Annual leave of 25 days with the option to purchase additional days.
• Access to a pension scheme.
• Participation in a cycle to work program.
• Free parking facilities, including on-site parking.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to an employee benefits portal.
• Private medical insurance coverage.
• Employee referral program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aureos Highways is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and ensures no discrimination based on gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or any unjustifiable requirements or conditions.