Project Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Co

Position: Project Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Co[...]
## Project Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based)
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Find out how well you match with this jobJob ID43044

Date Posted Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
** About the Role
** We are looking for a
** Project Cost Consultant
** to join our site-based commercial team, supporting the delivery of a
** major hyperscale data centre programme
** in North East England.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong
** post-contract commercial management
** experience who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced project environment. You will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of large-scale capital works, with a focus on
** GMP procurement/commercial processes, contract administration, change control, valuations, forecasting and final accounts**.You will work closely with contractors, consultants, client representatives and internal project teams to help ensure robust cost control, sound commercial governance and successful project outcomes.
** What You’ll Be Doing*
* ** Commercial Management
*** Support the Commercial Director in the commercial management of major capital work packages from procurement through to final account
* Support, and where agreed lead, the development, negotiation and conversion of
** GMP packages
** into agreed contract sums
* Support the commercial management of key packages including:  +
** MEP**  + enabling works  + civils  + piling  + structures  + steel  + architectural  +
** CSA
* ** Contribute to the agreement and close-out of final accounts with contractors and supply chain partners
** Contract Administration and Commercial Controls
*** Support the administration of contracts, including
** FIDIC-based
** contract processes and commercial governance
* Prepare and review valuations, payment recommendations and change control
* Contribute to cost reports, forecasts,
** CVRs
* * and executive dashboards
* Review tender analysis and recommendation reports prepared by the main contractor
* Work within established financial systems and budgets to monitor cost performance and manage variances
** Risk, Reporting and Insight
*** Support the management of commercial risks, opportunities and contingency
* Analyse commercial data and project documentation to identify trends, issues and opportunities
* Provide clear recommendations to support effective decision-making
* Escalate key risks or issues to senior stakeholders where needed
** Collaboration and Client Focus
*** Work closely with project teams across design, PMO, construction, procurement and commissioning
* Build effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, client stakeholders and the wider Arcadis team
* Contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on delivery, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
* Support service innovation and best practice in cost and commercial management
** Team Contribution
*** Support and guide junior team members on technical and programme-related matters
* Contribute positively to team development through coaching, mentoring and sharing knowledge
** What We’re Looking For
** We welcome applications from people with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you meet most of the requirements and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.
** Essential Experience
*** Experience in
** cost and commercial management
** on complex construction or infrastructure projects
* Strong
** post-contract
** experience, including:  + change control  + valuations  + forecasting  + final accounts
* Experience supporting commercial delivery across major work packages on large or technically complex projects
* Ability to work effectively with contractors, consultants and client stakeholders
* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide commercial…