Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Project Controls Consultant to be engaged on a contract basis. Candidates will ideally be based in Bristol and hybrid working will be supported.
Key Responsibilities:
* COBRA Management:
* Use COBRA to develop and maintain detailed project cost reports, schedules, and performance tracking.
* Configure and maintain COBRA data structures to support project cost management.
* Perform data entry, update project status, and ensure accuracy in the system.
* Analyze cost and schedule variances, forecast future costs, and recommend corrective actions.
* Project Cost Control:
* Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and project performance reports.
* Analyze cost data to identify discrepancies and trends, providing recommendations to management.
* Ensure that cost data in COBRA aligns with the project's actual and forecasted expenditures.
* Reporting & Analysis:
* Prepare and present regular cost and schedule reports for stakeholders using COBRA-generated data.
* Provide insight into project performance, highlighting any areas of concern, and suggest mitigations.
* Risk and Change Management:
* Assist with risk assessments and the identification of potential cost impacts.
* Support the change management process by tracking and incorporating changes into project budgets and forecasts in COBRA.
* Stakeholder Communication:
* Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure project controls processes are understood and adhered to.
* Facilitate communication between project teams to ensure alignment on project goals and performance.
* Compliance and Documentation:
* Ensure all project controls processes comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
* Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all project controls activities and reports.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Project Controls Consultant or similar role, with extensive hands-on experience using COBRA software.
* Strong knowledge of project cost management, scheduling, and earned value management (EVM).
* Proficient in project controls software, specifically COBRA, and Microsoft Excel.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret data and generate meaningful insights.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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